Species hardy hibiscus
Swamp mallow(Hibiscus moscheutos); baby pink  flowers with dark pink markings and centers,  yellow stigmas, green buds, and green, toothed leaves

hardy hibiscus

Hibiscus 'Draped Lady'

Hardy Hibiscus (Hibicus 'Draped Lady') is an ideal choice for any garden. It's stunning flowers bloom from summer to fall with shades of pink, lavender, white, and salmon. The flowers are 8-12 inches in diameter with a green center. The large, hardy leaves create a nice contrast to the colorful flowers. The Hardy Hibiscus is easy to care for and can tolerate drought and poor soil. It does best in full sun and with regular watering and fertilizing. Plant it in a border or in a container near a sunny patio. This plant will bring beautiful color and a bold twist to any garden.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Stem Propagation,Root Cutting,Division,Air Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

5 - 9

Flowers:

White with crimson eye zones Flowers

Sun:

Full sun

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

Low

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Water Hardy Hibiscus once per week when the top inch of soil has become dry. During the hottest months of the summer, these plants may need more frequent waterings, and may need to be watered twice per week or more depending on soil and weather conditions. Be sure to water deeply and thoroughly until moisture is seen coming through the drainage holes in the bottom of the pot.

sunlight

Hardy hibiscus (Hibiscus 'Draped Lady') thrive in full sun locations with at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day. The best time of day for this variety is early morning sunlight, as well-draining soil and steady temperatures work to encourage the production of colorful blooms. Direct afternoon sunlight can often be too intense and cause harm to the foliage and flowers. It is recommended to give the plant at least 6 hours of morning sun for best health and flowering.

pruning

Hardy hibiscus (Hibiscus 'Draped Lady') should be lightly pruned in early spring, before new growth begins. Prune lightly to remove any dead or diseased branches or shoots, and shorten any overly long branches. Avoid pruning off more than 1-third of the total growth of the plant to maintain a bushy, full shape. However, heavy pruning can be done in late winter if necessary.

Season

Fall
Winter
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Starts Flowering

Hardy hibiscus typically start flowering in late summer, usually in July or August.

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