Hibiscus moscheutos

Common Name: Swamp Rose Mallow

Plant Type: Herbaceous

Habitat: Wetland

Light Requirements: sun

Soil Moisture: mesic, wet

Soil Type: Loam

Height: 4 - 7 ft

Bloom Time: June - Sept

Flower Colour: white to pink with darker centre

Germination Requirements: Seed will germinate upon being shifted to 70°F after 90 - 140 days of moist, cold stratification at 40°F. Seed requires scarification because of an impermeable seed coat.

Details/Comments: Heavy feeder. Mulch in winter. Large plant.

Picture Copyright: Robert H Mohlenbrock @ USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database