Rose Mallow
Hibiscus moscheutos
- Also known as the Swamp-rose Mallow or Hardy Hibiscus.
- Huge flowers up to the size of a dinner plate in shades of white, pinks and crimson.
- Herbaceous in habit.
Supplied as a plant grown in a 7cm pot (supplied in mixed colours only).
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Description
These are truly astounding!
Individual flowers grow up to 10" - 12" (25 - 28 cm) across - yes as big as dinner plates! Flower colours include deep crimson-red, snow white with crimson centre, new dawn glowing pink, salmon with crimson overlay and like shades.
Individual blooms can be picked and floated in a dish like a huge water lily as a 'scene stealing' floral or table centre piece. These really are quite lovely - and easy to grow. Grow in the garden, in tubs or in the greenhouse.
- Flowers August - September.
- Grow to approximately 4 feet (120 cm) tall.
- Thrive in a sheltered full sun position with a rich soil.
- Plants grown in tubs or containers should be moved into protection to avoid winter frosts (plants conventionally planted in the ground will prove full hardy).
- A good greenhouse and conservatory plant.
- Plant 2 feet (60 cm) apart.
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