Hardy Hibiscus

Hibiscus moscheutos

Hardy Hibiscus (Hibiscus moscheutos) is a fast-growing perennial, hardy in USDA zones 5-9, that matures to about 3-7 ft × 2-4 ft. It does best in full sun with high water needs in moist and occasionally-wet soil. Expect pink, red and white blooms in summer and fall. It attracts butterflies, hummingbirds and pollinators, stands up well to heat, humidity and salt.

USDA zones

5-9

Sun

Full sun

Water

High

Mature size

3-7 ft × 2-4 ft

Growth rate

Fast

Maintenance

Low

Soil

Moist, Occasionally-wet

Bloom color

Pink, Red, White

Bloom season

Summer, Fall

Attracts

Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Pollinators, Bees

Tough against

Heat, Humidity, Salt, Wet soil

Native to

Southern and eastern North America