Plants in family malvaceae
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 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 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 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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Abutilon 'Bartley Schwarz'
Abutilon 'Bartley Schwarz' is a compact plant with small, fuzzy green leaves and salmon-orange bell-shaped flowers. It blooms from early summer through fall and can flower year-round as a houseplant. This plant attracts butterflies and hummingbirds and is drought-tolerant, making it suitable for sunny gardens or as an indoor ornamental.
Abutilon hybridum 'Red Princess'
Abutilon hybridum 'Red Princess' is a striking plant with scarlet-red bell-shaped flowers and maple-like leaves. It thrives in hardiness zone 8 and warmer climates, making it an excellent choice for containers or summer bedding in northern regions. Its vibrant blooms attract butterflies, adding a splash of color to any garden.
Hibiscus 'Moy Grande'
Hibiscus 'Moy Grande' is known for its giant flowers, over 1 foot across, in bright blue-red hues. This 5-foot tall and wide clump blooms from midsummer to early fall, attracting hummingbirds. It is a striking addition to gardens, offering a tropical look with its large, vibrant flowers.
Hibiscus syriacus 'Carpa'
Hibiscus syriacus 'Carpa' is a shrub that grows up to 5 feet tall, featuring creamy-yellow-edged green leaves and lilac-lavender double flowers in summer. It thrives in moist soil and is native to Chinese sea cliffs and streams, making it a resilient choice for gardens. This hibiscus adds a tropical touch with its colorful blooms and patterned foliage.
Hibiscus 'Heartthrob'
Hibiscus 'Heartthrob' is a plant introduced in 2012, known for its 9-inch wide red-black flowers. It forms a 4-foot tall clump and blooms from early summer to the end of September, making it suitable for pond edges or average-moisture garden beds.
Hibiscus lasiocarpus
Hibiscus lasiocarpus is a native plant of the southeastern US, known for its large, hairy leaves and pink or white flowers with a red center. It naturally occurs in moist soils but adapts well to garden conditions, making it a versatile addition to any landscape.
Hibiscus 'Summer Storm'
Hibiscus 'Summer Storm' is a striking plant with 7-foot tall stalks and dark purple leaves, producing 10-inch wide medium pink flowers with a dark red center and red veins from July to September. This low-maintenance plant thrives in moist soils and is drought-tolerant for short periods. It attracts bees as primary pollinators, making it a vibrant addition to gardens that support pollinator populations.
Malva thuringiaca
Malva thuringiaca, an upright mallow relative, is known for its felty grey-green leaves and medium pink flowers that bloom in spring and early summer. This perennial can also produce white flowers with pink centers, adding a unique touch to gardens. It is a sun-loving plant that attracts butterflies, making it a delightful addition to any sunny landscape.
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Red Hot'
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Red Hot' is a vibrant plant with variegated foliage in shades of green, white, pink, and burgundy. It produces prolific red flowers throughout the season, attracting pollinators. This hibiscus grows 6-8 feet tall and 4-6 feet wide, thriving in full sun and moist environments.
Hibiscus 'Robert Fleming'
Hibiscus 'Robert Fleming' is a compact plant with large, shiny black-cherry-red flowers that bloom from late June until fall. It prefers moist soils, is drought-tolerant, and attracts bees, making it a vibrant addition to any garden.
Hibiscus moscheutos 'Lady Baltimore'
Hibiscus moscheutos 'Lady Baltimore' is a deciduous shrub known for its large, dinnerplate-sized blooms with ruffled, overlapping petals. The flowers are a vibrant pink with deep scarlet centers and attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees. This plant grows up to 5 feet tall and is hardy in USDA zones 5 to 9.
Hibiscus moscheutos 'Party Favor'
Hibiscus moscheutos 'Party Favor' is known for its enormous pink petals with red-eyed centers, blooming all summer long. It attracts hummingbirds and other pollinators and is drought-tolerant once established. This plant grows up to 5 feet tall and wide, preferring full sun to partial shade.
Hibiscus syriacus 'Blushing Bride'
Hibiscus syriacus 'Blushing Bride' is a hardy shrub that grows 8-10 feet tall and 5-6 feet wide, featuring large double pink flowers with deep-magenta centers. It blooms from summer through fall and attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies. This plant is tolerant of heat, drought, and urban conditions, making it a low-maintenance choice for sunny or partially shaded gardens.
Hibiscus syriacus 'Minerva'
Hibiscus syriacus 'Minerva' is a deciduous shrub with long-blooming lavender flowers featuring a dark-red eye. It grows 6-8 feet tall and 5-6 feet wide, attracting butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds. Hardy in USDA Zones 5 to 9, it blooms from mid-summer through fall and tolerates various environmental conditions, including cold, heat, humidity, and salt spray.