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Swamp Hibiscus

Hibiscus moscheutos

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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.

Although native to wetlands, this species grows well in soils that are just moist. Good for rain gardens. The flowers show a variety of colors varying from white with a red center to pale pink. Taller plants may need to be staked. Cut back in late winter. Japanese beetles can be a problem. Attracts bees and hummingbirds. Food source for caterpillars.

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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

High

Height (ft)

3-5

Flower Color

Pink

Fall Showy?

Flowering Time

July

Root Depth (ft)

0.8

Salinity Tolerance

Moderate Tolerance