Perennial
Hardy Hibiscus
Hibiscus moscheutos
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StandardHibiscus moscheutosSummerific Valentine's CrushHibiscusSummerific Ballet SlippersHibiscus moscheutos
Sizes & Pricing
1 galFrom$9.95
#2MonroviaFrom$49.95
3 galProven WinnersFrom$14.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Jun 15.
LightFull Sun, Part Sun
WaterHigh
Mature size3-7 feet × 3-5 feet
About Hardy Hibiscus
Hardy Hibiscus (Hibiscus moscheutos) is a native wetland perennial producing enormous flowers — often 8–12 inches across — in shades of white, pink, or red from summer through fall. In NE Florida zone 9b it dies back to the ground in winter and returns vigorously each spring, making it a showstopping addition to rain gardens, pond edges, or moist borders. Starting at $9.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Summer, Fall
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- Loam, Clay, Wet, Organic
Care essentials
Light
Plant Hardy Hibiscus in full sun (6+ hours daily) for maximum flowering; partial shade is tolerated but significantly reduces bloom production in NE Florida's conditions.
Water
Hardy Hibiscus prefers consistently moist to wet soil — it is native to wetland margins. Water deeply and regularly, especially during Florida's dry season (Nov–May). It can tolerate brief dry periods once well-established.
Soil & Fertilizer
Plant in rich, moist soil amended with compost; avoid poor dry sands without organic matter. Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 10-10-10) in spring as new growth emerges. In zone 9b it dies back to the roots in winter and re-sprouts reliably each spring — do not remove root crowns.
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Common questions
Is Hardy Hibiscus a good plant for St. Augustine?
Hardy Hibiscus is a perennial for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 3-7 feet × 3-5 feet.