Hibiscus moscheutos, Swamp rose-mallow, is a fast growing cold-hardy plant. Striking when grown in colonies in average to moist soil in wetlands, on pond edges and along streambanks. Growing 4-6' tall in full sun, Swamp rose-mallow is very useful in projects when moisture levels are too high for traditional perennials. The monstrous pink flower with dark pink center, sometimes measuring up 10-12" wide, will provide great color from August through September. The stems and spent seed pods of Swamp rose-mallow persist through winter and will add vertical interest during those dark cold days of the winter.
Exposure
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Mature Height
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Spread Characteristics
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Clumping |
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Prolific Seeder |
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Season of Interest (Flowering)
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Season of Interest (Foliage)
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Pond Zonation
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Flood Plain - Upland |
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High Marsh - Saturated Soil |
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Low Marsh 0 - 6" |
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Foliage Color
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Wildlife Benefits
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Bees/Pollinators |
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Butterflies |
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Cover |
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Food |
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Songbirds |
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Critter Resistance
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Wetland Indicator Status
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Plant Type
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Flowering Perennial |
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Marginal |
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Attributes
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Cut Flower |
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Dried Flower |
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Drought Tolerant |
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Erosion Control |
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Fibrous Roots |
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Focal Point |
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Great Foliage |
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Mass Planting |
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Native |
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Naturalizing |
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Ornamental Flower |
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Rain Garden |
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Salt Tolerant |
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Specimen |
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Storm Water Basin |
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Winter Persistant |
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USDA Hardiness Zone
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