Species hardy hibiscus

Swamp mallow(Hibiscus moscheutos); vibrant pink flowers with red centers, pink stamens, red-brown stems, and green, toothed leaves

hardy hibiscus

Hibiscus moscheutos 'Disco Belle Rosy Red'

The eye-catching Hardy Hibiscus (Hibiscus moscheutos 'Disco Belle Rosy Red') will add a bold touch to any garden. This hardy beauty features large, deep pink blooms with a pale yellow center. It grows best in full to part sun and flourishes in moist soils, although it is drought tolerant. Its stunning blooms and vigorous growth during the summer months make Hardy Hibiscus a must have for anyone that loves a colorful garden. It has attractive, glossy foliage and requires minimal maintenance. Its beautiful flowers are perfect for adding a pop of color to any landscape.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Cutting,Grafting Propagation,Layering Propagation,Division,Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

4 - 9

Flowers:

Rosy red Flowers

Sun:

Full sun

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

red

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

Low

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Water your hardy hibiscus (Hibiscus moscheutos 'Disco Belle Rosy Red') regularly. During the warm summer months, check the soil every few days and water thoroughly if it is dry to a depth of 2 to 3 inches. During cooler temperatures,checking the soil less frequently, about every week, should suffice. Water the plant at its base, ensuring that all of the roots receive adequate moisture. Cerabibersaline fertilizer about every 4 weeks during the growing cycle to supplement natural nutrients.

sunlight

Hardy Hibiscus plants (Hibiscus moscheutos 'Disco Belle Rosy Red') require 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day in order to thrive. Planting in a location that provides these hours of sunlight will lead to healthy and vibrant blooms. Morning sun is best, but if that's not possible then afternoon sun is also suitable.

pruning

Hardy hibiscus should be pruned in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Prune the plant back by around 1-third to 1-half its original size. Remove any dead, diseased, or rubbing branches. Prune the remaining stems back to a point just above a healthy bud. Deadhead spent flowers throughout the season to encourage new blooms. Trim back leggy branches to help maintain a full, bushy plant shape and cut back any shoots that have outgrown the desired size.

Season

Fall
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Starts Flowering

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

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