Swamp mallow (Hibiscus moscheutos) is your garden’s answer to “go big or go home.” With dinner-plate-sized blooms in shades of pink, red, and white, it turns any Chicagoland yard into a tropical vacation—minus the airfare. It thrives in wet spots, shrugs off humidity, and brings pollinators in like a block party. Hibiscus moscheutos, commonly called Hardy Hibiscus or Swamp Hibiscus, is a statuesque native perennial valued for its large, showy blooms and adaptability to a range of growing conditions. This vigorous hibiscus species produces dinner plate-sized flowers in a variety of vibrant colors, including white, pink, red, and bicolor patterns. The flowers feature delicate, crepe-paper-like petals that surround a prominent central column and create a striking, tropical-inspired display. The plant's tall, branching stems can reach heights of 48-72 inches, topped with large, heart-shaped leaves that provide an attractive backdrop for the magnificent blossoms. Hardy in USDA Zones 5-9, H. moscheutos thrives in consistently moist, well-drained soil and full sun exposure, making it an excellent choice for wetland gardens, pond margins, and rain gardens. The nectar-rich flowers of this native hibiscus attract a variety of pollinators, including hummingbirds and butterflies, further enhancing its value in the landscape.
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Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Container, Deciduous, Deer Resistant, Formal Garden, Foundation, Full Sun, Good for Accents, Good for Borders, Good for Cottage Garden, Good for Mass Planting, Good for Rain Garden, Illinois Native, Low Maintenance, Medium, Native to North America, Non-Allergenic, Normal Soil, Perennial, Rabbit Resistant, Showy Flowers, Shrub, Tolerant of Moist Soil, Well-Drained Soil, Wet, Wet Site Tolerant Full Sun Perennials, Large Perennials, Summer Blooming Perennials, White Flowering Perennials
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