Texas Star Hibiscus - Red
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407 South Pipeline Road East
Euless TX 76040
United States
+12148140932
Also known as Scarlet Rosemallow, Crimson Rosemallow, Wild Red Mallow, Texas Star Hibiscus
Hibiscus coccineus is a resilient and upright perennial plant that can reach heights of 3 to 6 feet. With its sturdy, woody stems and lovely deep green leaves shaped like hands, measuring 5 to 6 inches wide, this plant is sure to catch the eye! From mid-summer to early fall, it generously displays stunning scarlet red flowers, each 3 to 5 inches in diameter. These lovely blooms are reminiscent of hollyhocks, featuring five petals and a prominent staminal column at the center. Often referred to as swamp hibiscus, this charming plant thrives in the marshes and swamps of Alabama, Georgia, and Florida.
To grow this beauty, it appreciates medium to wet soil in full sun or light shade. Keeping it in full sun or slight shade is ideal, as too much shade can lead to legginess and fewer flowers. While this plant can handle the summer heat and humidity, it’s important to keep the soil moist throughout the growing season to help it flourish!
Height: 3’-6'
Spread: 2’-3'
Bloom: June-September
Light: Full Sun, Part Shade
Water: Medium, High
Zone: 6, 7, 8, 9
Origin: Texas, Southeastern U.S.
Spring Shipping:
Orders are shipped within 7-10 business days. We will email you if there are expected delays.
When you order plants from our nursery, you can expect them to arrive in the best possible condition. Our team carefully packs each order using sturdy, biodegradable packaging materials.
Your plants' appearance may vary depending on the season and their current growth stage. We may cut back the leafy growth of some plants to prepare them for shipment and transplanting.
5 Gallon and Up: Any plant purchased to ship over 5 Gallons will be shipped bare root. This means we will remove the plant from its original pot, remove the soil surrounding the roots, and wrap the roots with a biodegradable plastic bag. This reduces weight and the likelihood of damage during shipping.
Once your plants arrive, it is essential to plant them as soon as possible. This will help them rebound and thrive. If you cannot plant immediately, water regularly and keep the roots off heat-conducting surfaces.
Newly transplanted plants often require more water until their roots are well established. Plan to water them 1-3 times weekly for the first few months.
