Hibiscus moscheutos (Swamp-rose Mallow)
Hibiscus moscheutos (Swamp-rose Mallow) pink and red petals surrounded by dense green foliage leaves.
Botanical name: Hibiscus moscheutos
Common names: Swamp-rose Mallow, Hardy Hibiscus, Crimsoneyed Rosemallow, Rose Mallow, Swamp Mallow
Family: Malvaceae
Origin: North America
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 5-10
Plant form: Large bush
Mature height: 5-10 ft
Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular
Flower color: Pink; white and off-white; red, crimson, vinous
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Foliage: Deciduous
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirdsThe hirsute leaves are of variable morphology, but commonly found as deltoidal in form and sometimes having up to three lobes. The flowers are about 6in (15 cm) across, with white or pink petals and crimson centers. Some have huge flowers and come in many different colors.
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Hibiscus moscheutos (Swamp-rose Mallow) with large pink and white flowers sitting among thick green foliage
Hibiscus moscheutos (Swamp-rose Mallow) pink flower cluster with green foliage among multiple opening buds
Hibiscus moscheutos (Swamp-rose Mallow) with multiple large pink, white, and red flowers among green foliage.
Hibiscus moscheutos (Swamp-rose Mallow) magenta flower with green foliage on a sturdy stem
Hibiscus moscheutos (Swamp-rose Mallow) flower holds large red petals with a central pale yellow stamen.
Hibiscus moscheutos (Swamp-rose Mallow) green bud attached to a stem with wide serrated foliage.
Hibiscus moscheutos (Swamp-rose Mallow) large red flower with textured petals above lush green foliage.
Hibiscus moscheutos (Swamp-rose Mallow) magenta flower with yellow central stamen atop green lobed foliage.
Hibiscus moscheutos (Swamp-rose Mallow) white flower with red eye and pink petals nearby.
Hibiscus moscheutos (Swamp-rose Mallow) pink flower blooming among lush green foliage with water droplets.
Hibiscus moscheutos (Swamp-rose Mallow) pink flower nestled among wet green serrated foliage.
Hibiscus moscheutos (Swamp-rose Mallow) magenta flower with central yellow pollen grains and green serrated foliage.
Hibiscus moscheutos (Swamp-rose Mallow) red flower petals surround a prominent yellow central stamen structure
Hibiscus moscheutos (Swamp-rose Mallow) pink flower with wide petals beside green leaves and a bud.
Hibiscus moscheutos (Swamp-rose Mallow) green buds with pink flower petals emerging from protective sepals.
Hibiscus moscheutos (Swamp-rose Mallow) flower with rounded pink petals and yellow center stamens
Hibiscus moscheutos (Swamp-rose Mallow) pink flower with deep red center and light green leaves
Hibiscus moscheutos (Swamp-rose Mallow) flower with five large magenta petals and a dark center
Hibiscus moscheutos (Swamp-rose Mallow) pink flower with veined petals and large green pointed foliage nearby
Hibiscus moscheutos (Swamp-rose Mallow) green leaf with visible veins and pointed edges on a stem
Hibiscus moscheutos (Swamp-rose Mallow) pink flower with yellow center held near a hand
Hibiscus moscheutos (Swamp-rose Mallow) large green leaves with visible veins and small water droplets
Hibiscus moscheutos (Swamp-rose Mallow) white flower with red center among large green leaves on stems
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