Common Rose Mallow
Common Name: Common Rose Mallow
Species Name: Hibiscus moscheutos
Family Name: Malvaceae
Examples of Common Rose Mallow Hibiscus moscheutos
| Plant Facts | |
|---|---|
| Origin | North America |
| Sun Preference | Full Sun |
| Susceptibility | Leaves often eaten by insects |
ID Characteristics
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Leaf and Stem Characteristics
- Plant Height: 3-foot diameter, 7-foot height
| Habitat/Ecology | |
|---|---|
| Soil Preference | Native to swamp margins and other wet areas |
| USDA Cold Hardiness Zone | 5 |
| Notes | Native plant with striking large flowers; does not bloom well when planted in the shade |