Hibiscus "Texas Star" - Live Plant

Red Swamp Hibiscus (Hibiscus coccineus)

Description

Red Swamp Hibiscus, also known as Texas Star Hibiscus, is a bold native perennial admired for its large, star-shaped crimson flowers and deeply cut, palmate foliage. The blooms can reach 6–8 inches across and create a dramatic tropical look in the landscape. It thrives in moist soils and is especially well-suited to pond edges, rain gardens, and low-lying areas.

You Will Receive

A well-rooted plant in a 4" container, with a plant height between 6–20 inches. Plants may be lightly trimmed to ensure they fit safely in the shipping box.

Growing Conditions

• ☀️ Light: Full sun (best flowering)
• 🌱 Soil: Moist to wet soil; tolerates standing water
• 💧 Water: High; prefers consistently moist conditions
• 🌡️ Temperature: Thrives in warm, humid climates
• 📍 USDA Zones: 6–9
• ❄️ Cold Hardiness: Frost tolerant; dies back in winter and returns in spring

Blooming Season

• Mid to late summer
• Large red blooms open daily and attract pollinators.

Growth Habit

• Upright perennial
• 4–7 feet tall
• Forms clumps over time

Uses

1. 🌺 Ornamental Statement Plant: Large, eye-catching blooms
2. 🐝 Pollinator Plant: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
3. 💧 Water Garden Plant: Ideal for pond edges and rain gardens
4. 🏡 Native Landscape: Excellent for naturalized Southern gardens

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