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Hardy Hibiscus
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Flower

Hardy Hibiscus

Hibiscus moscheutos

Dinner-plate-size summer blooms. Dies to the ground in winter and returns in late spring. Likes regular water.

Recommended uses

  • Borders
  • Wet areas
Plant type
Perennial flower
Annual / perennial
Perennial
Evergreen / deciduous
Deciduous
Sun
Full sun
Shade tolerance
Low
Water needs
High
Bloom season
Summer
Bloom color
Red, Pink, White
Mature height
3–5 ft
Mature width
3 ft
Maintenance
Low
Texas heat tolerance
High
Drought tolerance
Low