Plants in family malvaceae
Callirhoe digitata
Callirhoe digitata is a perennial native to central US states, known for its magenta flowers. It thrives in sunny areas with drier, more alkaline soils and is drought-resistant once established. This plant is found in open dryland prairies and attracts bees with its wine to violet flowers.
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Red'
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Red' is an evergreen shrub known for its bright red flowers with yellow stamens, measuring 3-4 inches in diameter. It features dark green foliage and can be deciduous or semi-evergreen in cooler climates. This plant attracts butterflies and hummingbirds and is hardy in USDA zones 8-11. It prefers full sun but can tolerate part shade and requires well-draining soil rich in organic matter. The shrub grows 6-10 feet tall and 3-5 feet wide, making it a striking addition to gardens and landscapes.
Abelmoschus esculentus 'Red Burgundy'
Abelmoschus esculentus 'Red Burgundy' is a productive okra variety known for its deep crimson red pods and gorgeous yellow flowers that attract bees. The tender pods grow up to 6 inches long, and the plant was introduced in 1983, winning an All-America Selections award in 1988.
Callirhoe papaver
Callirhoe papaver, a southeastern variant of wine cups, is a perennial plant with bright, 1.5-inch wide wine cup flowers. It thrives in hot, sunny locations with well-drained soils and features a basal rosette with flat stems. This plant is known for attracting butterflies and is native to the United States.
Hibiscus moscheutos 'Pink Rose'
Hibiscus moscheutos 'Pink Rose' is a perennial known for its large, pink, hibiscus-like flowers that attract pollinators. It grows between 24 to 48 inches tall and blooms in about 65 days, making it a vibrant addition to gardens. This plant is easy to grow from seed and can reseed itself, providing continuous blooms in suitable conditions.
Malvaviscus penduliflorus 'Variegata'
Malvaviscus penduliflorus 'Variegata' is a perennial evergreen shrub native to tropical Mexico, featuring pendulous flowers and variegated leaves. It thrives in full sun and tolerates partial shade, making it a colorful addition to tropical gardens.
Hibiscus syriacus 'Notwoodone'
This deciduous shrub has delicate lavender blooms with ruffled petals and attracts bees and butterflies. It grows up to 8 feet tall and 6 feet wide, prefers full sun to partial shade, and blooms from mid-summer to early fall.
Alcea rugosa
Alcea rugosa is a tall, sturdy perennial native to regions like Ukraine and Russia, known for its large, buttery-yellow flowers that attract hummingbirds. It is resistant to rust and thrives in USDA zone 4, making it a reliable and disease-resistant choice for gardens.
Hibiscus moscheutos
Hibiscus moscheutos, commonly known as the swamp rose mallow, is a cold-hardy perennial native to the wetlands of the eastern United States and southern Ontario. This plant is notable for its large, showy flowers that can reach up to 8 inches across, with colors ranging from white to deep red, often featuring a maroon eye. It thrives in moist, organically rich soils and is well-suited for bog gardens or water features. The plant attracts a variety of wildlife, including butterflies and moths, and its edible parts include leaves, flowers, and roots. Hibiscus moscheutos can grow between 3 to 7 feet tall and 2 to 4 feet wide, making it a striking addition to any garden. It is adaptable to both dry and swampy conditions and is immune to the heat and humidity of the deep South. The plant blooms from July to September, with each flower lasting 1 to 2 days. Regular deep watering and full sun exposure are recommended for optimal growth and flowering.
Malvaviscus penduliflorus
Malvaviscus penduliflorus, a member of the Malvaceae family, is a perennial shrub native to tropical regions of Mexico. It grows up to 3-4 meters tall and is known for its red, hanging tubular flowers with protruding stamens. The plant has pointed, ovular leaves and hairy stems, producing small red fruits. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers soil that dries slightly between waterings.
Hibiscus coccineus
Hibiscus coccineus, or Texas star, is a striking herbaceous perennial native to the Southeastern United States. It grows 6-8 feet tall and features bright scarlet flowers that attract hummingbirds and butterflies. This plant thrives in full sun with moist soil and is hardy in USDA zones 6-9.
Gossypium thurberi
Gossypium thurberi is an Arizona native perennial cotton plant, reaching 4 feet in height with mallow-like leaves. It produces small white flowers that turn pink on the second day and small purple cotton bolls. The foliage turns red in fall, and the plant requires very dry soil in winter.
Hibiscus makinoi
Hibiscus makinoi is a deciduous mallow native to the coastal regions of Japan, particularly the Ryukyu Islands and western Kyushu. It can grow up to 7 feet tall and features large, fuzzy, maple-like leaves. The plant dies back in winter and regrows in spring, producing light pink flowers in early October that attract hummingbirds. Its extract is used in anti-aging creams, adding to its unique appeal.
Alcea rosea
Alcea rosea, commonly known as hollyhock, is an ornamental plant with flowers in a range of colors, including a rich purplish burgundy. It can grow up to 8 feet tall and is fairly drought-tolerant, attracting hummingbirds and butterflies. The flowers are edible but bland.
Hibiscus acetosella 'Panama Red'
Hibiscus acetosella 'Panama Red' is a deciduous shrub with burgundy red foliage and periodic red flowers. Its leaves and flowers are edible, offering a tart, lemon-like flavor. This plant grows to about 4 feet tall and prefers full sun and well-draining soil.
Hibiscus lasiocarpos
Hibiscus lasiocarpos, or hairy-fruited hibiscus, is a large, bushy perennial herb native to the southeastern United States and parts of Mexico. It features heart-shaped leaves and bright white petals with red bases. The plant produces a capsule fruit containing spherical seeds, adding interest to its appearance.
Callianthe picta 'Thomsonii'
Callianthe picta 'Thomsonii' features maple-shaped leaves with mottled yellow variegation and soft-yellow hibiscus-like flowers. It prefers shade to partial sun and requires fairly moist soil, thriving in temperatures between 40 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
Callirhoe bushii
Callirhoe bushii, or Bush's poppy-mallow, is a native plant of the Midwest United States, producing striking magenta flowers. It grows in woodlands and prairies, preferring calcareous soils. This drought-tolerant plant is threatened by habitat loss and urbanization but remains a beautiful addition to gardens with well-drained soils.
Hibiscus dasycalyx
Hibiscus dasycalyx is a woody perennial herb endemic to Texas, known for its white to pink flowers with a deep red center. It is a federally threatened species due to habitat loss and other threats. This plant grows up to 2.3 meters tall and features narrow, duck foot-like leaves, thriving in moist or dry sites.
Hibiscus syriacus 'Notwoodtwo'
This perennial plant has delicate blue flowers with frilly petals and a long blooming season from mid-summer to early fall. It is a hybrid of Rose of Sharon and Blue Bird, prefers full sun to partial shade, and attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies.
Hibiscus grandiflorus
Hibiscus grandiflorus is a North American native plant with felty grey leaves and 8-foot stalks topped with 10-inch light pink flowers featuring a central red eye. It thrives in coastal brackish marsh sites and is resistant to Hibiscus sawfly. This woody perennial is tolerant of flooding and droughts, making it a resilient choice for wet habitats.
Napaea dioica
Napaea dioica, a North American native perennial, is found in moist prairies, ditches, and wetlands. Related to hibiscus, it features dark green 11-lobed leaves and stalks that rise to 7 feet tall with white malva-like flowers. This tall perennial herbaceous plant grows best in moist, partial-sun sites and blooms in late June for 4-5 weeks. It is dioecious, with separate male and female plants, and produces rounded, many-seeded fruits.
Abelmoschus esculentus
Abelmoschus esculentus, commonly known as okra, is a heat-loving plant developed at Clemson University with dark green, grooved pods. This plant is related to hollyhocks and is known for its full-bodied flavor, making it a popular choice for culinary use. Okra attracts pollinators, which can enhance garden biodiversity. It thrives in warm climates and requires well-drained soil and full sun to produce a high yield. The plant is relatively easy to grow and can be a rewarding addition to vegetable gardens. Its pods are typically harvested when they are young and tender, and they can be used in a variety of dishes, from soups to stir-fries.
Sphaeralcea ambigua
Sphaeralcea ambigua is a perennial shrub native to the southwestern US and northwest Mexico, thriving in alkaline soils. It features fuzzy, lobed leaves and apricot to orange flowers, serving as a larval host for butterflies.
Hibiscus laevis
Hibiscus laevis is an upright mallow with large pale pink flowers featuring a red center. This plant attracts butterflies and is native to the United States.
Pseudobombax ellipticum
Pseudobombax ellipticum, native to regions like southern Mexico and the Caribbean, is a deciduous tree known for its succulent stems and fragrant flowers. It can grow up to 60 feet tall and is used for firewood, wood carving, and ornamental purposes. The tree produces numerous tiny black seeds that germinate quickly and is also used to make an intoxicating drink. It thrives in warm climates such as Florida, Hawaii, and coastal Southern California.
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis is an evergreen shrub or small tree known for its bright red flowers that bloom in summer and autumn. It features glossy, dark green leaves and thrives in full sun with well-draining, slightly acidic soil. This plant is popular for its ornamental value and attracts hummingbirds, making it a vibrant addition to tropical and subtropical gardens.
Kosteletzkya virginica
Kosteletzkya virginica is an upright perennial mallow native to the eastern United States, from Virginia to Mississippi. It grows up to 5 feet tall, with fuzzy light green leaves and pink hibiscus-like flowers that bloom from midsummer through fall. This plant thrives in swampy conditions, standing water, or regular garden soil, making it versatile for different garden settings. Its ability to attract butterflies adds ecological value to any landscape.