Plant Type: Herbaceous
Climate Zones: Zone 6, Zone 7
Light Levels: Full Sun
Water Needs: Regular
Maintenance Needs: Moderate
Season of Interest: Summer
Average Height: 3-4'
Soil Type: Moist Tolerant
Soil pH: Neutral
Soil Drainage: Moist
Attract Wildlife: Attracts Pollinators
Native Plants: Northeastern U.S. Native
Colors: Red
Other: Nice Fall Foliage, Pollinator Attracting
Hibiscus palustris, commonly known as the Swamp Rose Mallow, is a striking herbaceous perennial that reaches 3-4 feet in height and produces large, showy red flowers in summer. Perfect for moist garden beds or edges of ponds, it attracts pollinators and provides lovely foliage in the fall.
Hibiscus palustris, commonly known as the Swamp Rose Mallow, is a striking herbaceous perennial that reaches 3-4 feet in height and produces large, showy red flowers in summer. Perfect for moist garden beds or edges of ponds, it attracts pollinators and provides lovely foliage in the fall.