Hibiscus moscheutos (swamp rose mallow)

swamp rose mallow (1 gallon)


Swamp rose mallow, marsh hibiscus, or crimson-eyed rosemallow is an easily grown coastal native that has become a popular garden plant. Petal colors range from pure white to deep rose, and most have an eye of deep maroon. Does well in in average, medium to wet soils in full sun. Best in moist, organically rich soils, but does surprisingly well in average garden soils as long as those soils are not allowed to dry out. Regular deep watering is advisable. Full sun with good air circulation produces best flowers, strongest stems and the best environment for resisting potential diseases. Cut back stems to approximately 3-4" in late autumn. New growth shoots are slow to emerge in spring. Good for perennial borders, water edges, specimen plantings, massing.

Swamp rose mallow, native to eastern U.S., is a common plant of brackish and freshwater marshes throughout the coastal plain of Maryland. The large flowers attract butterflies, birds, and hummingbirds. The hibiscus bee is one of the main pollinators of this plant. Host plant to the Io moth, the common checkered skipper, the gray hairstreak, the pearly wood nymph, and the straightlined mallow moth.

 

Photo by Kellen McCluskey

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