Plants in family malvaceae
Malvaviscus arboreus
Malvaviscus arboreus, a hibiscus relative native to the Southwest US, is known for its reddish-orange, hibiscus-like flowers with swirled petals. It attracts hummingbirds and is deer-resistant, making it a popular choice for wildlife-friendly gardens. This plant grows up to 6 feet tall and flowers from midsummer until frost, adding vibrant color to gardens with its bright orange blooms.
Hibiscus 'Raspberry Rose'
Hibiscus 'Raspberry Rose' is a stunning plant known for its bright raspberry-red flowers that can reach up to 10 inches in diameter. This clump-forming plant can grow up to 7 feet tall and 10 feet across, making it a bold addition to any garden. It thrives in rich, moist soils and attracts hummingbirds, adding both beauty and wildlife interest to its surroundings.
Hibiscus mutabilis 'Shanghai Pink'
Hibiscus mutabilis 'Shanghai Pink' is a woody plant that can reach up to 10 feet tall, with large, fuzzy, maple-shaped leaves. It produces 4-inch pink flowers from late August until frost, attracting hummingbirds. This plant originates from China's Mt. Heng.
Abutilon 'Marion Stewart'
Abutilon 'Marion Stewart' is a hardy flowering maple that grows up to 7 feet tall. It features maple-like leaves and orange bells with red veining that bloom from late summer through fall. This plant requires warm summers for optimal hardiness.
Hibiscus 'Cherry Choco Latte'
Hibiscus 'Cherry Choco Latte' is a striking plant with dark purple foliage and giant pink flowers with red veining. It grows up to 4 feet tall and wide, adding an upright form to gardens. This low-maintenance plant is drought-tolerant and primarily pollinated by bees.
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Fiesta'
This plant features bold orange flowers with gold tones and white flares, along with dark green glossy foliage. It has an upright growing habit and is perfect for hedges or background planting.
Alcea rosea 'Peaches N Dreams'
Alcea rosea 'Peaches N Dreams' is a tall biennial plant known for its stunning double flowers in creamy-peach hues with raspberry-pink and apricot tints. It thrives in full sun and is a favorite among bees and butterflies. This hollyhock variety is self-seeding, ensuring its presence in the garden for years to come.
Hibiscus 'Midnight Marvel'
Hibiscus 'Midnight Marvel' is a striking perennial known for its darkest purple foliage and large, fire engine red flowers. Blooming from June through September, this plant can grow over 5 feet tall and thrives in moist soils. It is low maintenance and drought tolerant for short periods, attracting bees as primary pollinators. 'Midnight Marvel' is a bold addition to any garden, offering vibrant color and unique foliage.
Hibiscus 'Kopper King'
Hibiscus 'Kopper King' is a striking plant with dark purple foliage and large, light pink flowers with a dark red eye. It grows up to 4 feet tall and blooms from midsummer to early fall, attracting hummingbirds. This hibiscus thrives in full sun and slightly moist soil.
Hibiscus syriacus 'Aphrodite'
Hibiscus syriacus 'Aphrodite' is a deciduous shrub with 4-inch rosy-pink flowers featuring maroon eyes, blooming from early summer to fall. It attracts pollinators and is hardy in USDA zones 5 to 9, tolerating poor soils and some drought.
Hibiscus 'Holy Grail'
Hibiscus 'Holy Grail' is a stunning perennial with dark purple foliage and bright red flowers that can reach up to 9 inches wide. This plant grows to 4.5 feet tall and wide, thriving in moist, rich, slightly acidic soils. It is low maintenance and drought-tolerant for short periods, with bees as its primary pollinators. The hibiscus sawfly is its main pest, and it naturally grows in standing shallow water.
Hibiscus 'Crown Jewels'
Hibiscus 'Crown Jewels' is a compact version of Hibiscus 'Kopper King', featuring purple leaves and large, 6-inch round flowers with a dark red eye. It grows up to 48 inches tall and 30 inches wide, thriving in moist soils with plenty of sun. This plant is a favorite of hummingbirds.
Hibiscus moscheutos 'Luna Rose'
Hibiscus moscheutos 'Luna Rose' is a compact plant with massive, deep rose-pink flowers that can grow up to the size of dinner plates. It is hardy in USDA zones 4 to 9 and grows 2 to 3 feet in height and width. This member of the mallow family thrives in full sun or partial shade and is adaptable to both wet and dry soils.
Callianthe picta
Callianthe picta is a Brazilian native plant with maple-shaped green leaves and salmon-orange bell-shaped flowers. It grows up to 6 feet tall and blooms from early summer until fall, adding a tropical flair to gardens. This plant thrives in sunny locations and attracts butterflies, making it a vibrant addition to any landscape.
Hibiscus 'Sweet Caroline'
Hibiscus 'Sweet Caroline' is a hybrid hibiscus developed by Dr. Winters, known for its bushy growth up to 60 inches and large flowers in varying shades of pink. It blooms from mid-summer into fall, attracting butterflies and adding vibrant color to gardens.
Hibiscus syriacus 'Coelestis'
Hibiscus syriacus 'Coelestis' is a large vase-shaped shrub with striking violet-blue flowers featuring a scarlet throat. Blooming from mid-summer through fall, it attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies. This hardy plant grows 8-10 feet tall and 5-6 feet wide, thriving in USDA zones 5 to 9. It prefers full sun but can tolerate some shade and is resistant to salt spray and deer.
Hibiscus moscheutos 'Luna Pink Swirl'
Hibiscus moscheutos 'Luna Pink Swirl' is a compact, bushy perennial known for its large pink blooms with dark cranberry-red centers. It flowers from mid-summer until frost, attracting butterflies and adding vibrant color to gardens. This plant is deer resistant and thrives in full sun with moderate moisture, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardeners. Its adaptability to various soils and climates enhances its appeal.
Hibiscus 'Blue River Ii'
Hibiscus 'Blue River II' is a hybrid known for its gigantic, pure white flowers resembling dinner plates. This plant is a cross between H. militaris and H. moscheutos, offering a stunning display in gardens and attracting butterflies.
Hibiscus syriacus 'Helene'
Hibiscus syriacus 'Helene' is a deciduous shrub with single white flowers and a wine-red center. It blooms from July until frost, grows 8 to 12 feet tall, and is hardy in USDA zones 5 to 8.