Hibiscus coccineus ~ Swamp Hibiscus, Scarlet Rosemallow aromatic Its inconspicuous white flowers giving

Its inconspicuous white flowers giving way to abundant red fruit that can persist well into winter

Best color in full sun

COMPANION PLANTS: Coneflower

Thrives in dry to average well-drained soils

Do not water overhead

Hibiscus coccineus ~ Swamp Hibiscus, Scarlet Rosemallow aromatic Its inconspicuous white flowers givingSwamp Hibiscus is a vigorous long blooming deciduous perennial with palmate dark green leaves. Huge dark red flowers with a prominent red tubular stamen bloom from mid summer until the first frost attracting butterflies. Best bloom in rich, medium to wet well drained soils. Hibiscus coccineus is a host for the Grey Hairstreak and Painted Lady butterflies, as well as several moths. The flowers and nectar attract hummingbirds, bees and more butterflies.