Hibiscus coccineus, Scarlet Rose Mallow,
Texas Star Hibiscus, Swamp Hibiscus
A tall, native, woody-based perennial with linear lance shaped palmately, mid green leaves. In summer and early autumn, bears solitary, spreading, deep red flowers, 6 inch across. Grow in humus rich, moist but well drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soil.
Hibiscus need long, hot summers to flower well.
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Hardiness Zone 6-15
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Height 8-10 feet Spread 4 feet
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Full Sun
Container Size: 6 inch Jumbo square