Crimson-eyed Rosemallow, Swamp Rose


Scientific Name: Hibiscus moscheutos L.
Family: Malvaceae
Crimson-eyed Rosemallow, Swamp Rose(Hibiscus moscheutos)
Britton, N.L., and A. Brown. 1913. Illustrated flora of the northern states and Canada. Vol. 2: 524.
Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: 1-21
USDA: 5-10

Sun Exposure: Full sun

Origin: Eastern North America, from Canada to northeastern Mexico

Growth Habits: Perennial, up to 7 feet tall (2.1 m)

Flowers: White, yellow, pink or red flowers

Watering Needs: Regular water, moist, rich soil

Propagation: Division in early spring, stem cuttings in early spring, seeds that might not come true for many cultivars

Crimson-eyed Rosemallow, Swamp Rose(Hibiscus moscheutos)
Robert H. Mohlenbrock. USDA SCS. 1991. Southern wetland flora: Field office guide to plant species.


Blooming Habits:
The flowers of the wild species is up to 6 inches across (15 cm), some cultivars have 12 inch-wide flowers (30 cm). The swamp roses bloom from June to frost.


 

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