Scarlet rose mallow

Hibiscus coccineus

Category:

Perennial

Family:

Malvaceae

Zone:

5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Height:

5-9 ft

Width:

1-3 ft

Growth / Form:

Upright

Season of Interest:

Summer

Light:

Full Sun, Part Shade

Native / Invasive Status:

Native (SE US)

Pollinator Value:

High

Growth Rate:

Moderate–fast

USDA Zones:

5b-9

Notes:

Moist soils

Additional source details:
Foliage: deep green, 5 to 6” palmately lobed leaves (marijuana-esque in form)
Flowers: 6-8” crimson red, June to September
Soil: moist, occasionally wet
Attracts: rose mallow bee, ground-nesting bee, hummingbird, caterpillar host

Description

Moist soils