Smooth Rose-mallow

Hibiscus laevis

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Type

Trees, Shrubs, & Vines

Forbs & Flowers

Grasses, Sedges, & Rushes

Conditions

Sun

Shade

Wet

Dry

Land Use

Obligate Wetland Plant almost always occurs in wetlands.

Facultative Wetland Usually occurs in wetlands but may occur in non-wetlands.

Facultative Plant occurs both in wetlands and in non-wetlands.

Facultative Upland Usually occurs in wetlands but may occur in non-wetlands.

Obligate Upland Plant almost always occurs in non-wetlands.

Prefers full sun and moist soil. Dried pods provide winter interest in the garden. Taller plants may need staking. Cut back dormant plant material in late winter. Flower color varies from white to pink. Attracts bees and butterflies. Food source for caterpillars and insects. Japanese beetles will eat foliage and flowers and can be a problem.

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Details

Plant Type

Forbs & Flowers

Conditions

Sun

Wet

Native to Kentucky?

Native to Kentucky

Land Use

Obligate Wetland Almost always occurs in wetlands.

Project Uses

Bioswale / Rain Garden / Green Dry Basin

Constructed Wetland / Green Wet Basin

Wetland Restoration

Tendency to Spread

Medium

Height (ft)

Flower Color

Pink/White

Fall Showy?

Yes

Flowering Time

July-Aug

Root Depth (ft)

Salinity Tolerance

Moderate Tolerance