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One of the most cold tolerant hibiscuses, this plant has pale pink flowers with a red eye. It adds an interesting texture to the summer border.

Latin Name

Hibiscus laevis


Family

Malvaceae


Type of Plant

Perennials Perennials

Bloom Season

August - September

Seasons

Summer Summer

Specifications

Max height Max Height: 6'
Max spread Max Spread: 3'

Uses

  • Water Plant
  • Rain Garden
  • Flower Border

  • Sunlight Exposure

    Full Sun Full Sun

    Tolerances

  • Wet Soil

  • Attracted Wildlife

    Butterflies Butterflies

    Colors


    Native Range

    Eastern and central United States


    History

    John Bartram listed this plant for sale in his catalog in 1770.


    Other Details

    Pollinator Pollinator
    Sold at Mount Vernon Sold at Mount Vernon

    Planted at Mount Vernon

    Planted at Mount Vernon Upper Garden

  • Upper Garden

  • Hardiness Zones

    4a 4b 5a 5b 6a 6b 7a 7b 8a 8b 9a 9b USDA basemap

    Average annual extreme minimum temperature 1976-2005

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