Swamp Rose Mallow
Hibiscus moscheutos
Also known as Crimson-eyed Rose-mallow, Eastern Rose-mallow, Common Rose-mallow
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A deciduous perennial shrub producing large, showy hibiscus-like flowers in shades of pink, red, or white throughout summer. It thrives in consistently moist conditions and requires full sun to bloom prolifically.
Why grow it
Swamp rose mallow offers larger flowers than many temperate-zone hibiscus relatives, with blooms frequently exceeding 6 inches across. Unlike tropical hibiscus, this deciduous perennial is cold-hardy throughout most of North America and requires no winter protection in USDA zones 5-11. It fills a niche for gardeners seeking dramatic summer color in wet or poorly drained soils where many ornamentals struggle.
Watch out for
This plant emerges late in spring, so mark its location to avoid accidentally damaging dormant crowns during early-season cultivation. In consistently moist sites, monitor for spider mites during dry spells, as stressed plants can be prone to infestation. Bare-root transplants may require several seasons to establish substantial flowering; container-grown specimens typically perform more predictably in the first year.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Malvaceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Eastern North America
Native to: Alabama, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Wisconsin, West Virginia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Edible Parts
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A deciduous perennial shrub producing large, showy hibiscus-like flowers in shades of pink, red, or white throughout summer. It thrives in consistently moist conditions and requires full sun to bloom prolifically.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Swamp Rose Mallow grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Swamp rose mallow offers larger flowers than many temperate-zone hibiscus relatives, with blooms frequently exceeding 6 inches across. Unlike tropical hibiscus, this deciduous perennial is cold-hardy throughout most of North America and requires no winter protection in USDA zones 5-11. It fills a niche for gardeners seeking dramatic summer color in wet or poorly drained soils where many ornamentals struggle.
Watch out for
This plant emerges late in spring, so mark its location to avoid accidentally damaging dormant crowns during early-season cultivation. In consistently moist sites, monitor for spider mites during dry spells, as stressed plants can be prone to infestation. Bare-root transplants may require several seasons to establish substantial flowering; container-grown specimens typically perform more predictably in the first year.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Malvaceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Eastern North America
Native to: Alabama, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Wisconsin, West Virginia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Edible Parts
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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