Swamp Rose Mallow Flower seeds
The Swamp Rose Mallow is unique in that it is a variety of hibiscus that can grow in colder regions, with no tropical climate required! This variety produces one of the biggest blooms of the mallow family, with each flower reaching an astonishing 10"-12" in diameter, almost the size of a small dinner plate! Although these typically grow in wet areas, they will thrive in a well-watered garden.
An online search can present some potential medicinal benefits, but these are best used as centerpieces or fresh-cut flower arrangements. . Fill a glass bowl or equivalent with water and float one of these in the center. These could be used at weddings, Easter dinners, Quinceaneras, etc.
The large fragrant blooms boast five dainty rounded white petals accented with light shades of pink and fuchsia. The inner portion of the flower is a light burgundy color with a protruding yellow stamen. These large blooms are also easy targets to attract an extensive array of beneficial insects and pollinators.
You can direct sow these in the ground during the fall, so they go through the necessary over-winter cycle. If you choose to sow in the Spring or start indoors before spring, you will need to stratify these 60 days before planting. These easy steps will be provided in the instructions.
Seed count: 10
Botanic name:
Hibiscus moscheutos
Plant spacing:
36 inches apart
Color:
White petals with accents of pink and fushia with a light burgundy center and yellow stamen.
Sowing depth:
1/4 inch
Sun requirements:
Full Sun (can tolerate some partial shade).
Utilization:
Some potential medicinal benefits can be found online. In addition, these are great for attracting pollinators, beneficial insects, flower arrangements, and centerpieces.
Frost hardy:
Yes
Maturity days:
1-2 seasons
- In the first season, you will grow mainly foliage with some blooms
- The second season will yield many more blooms and the plants will mature to their full height of 60"
Life cycle:
Perennial
Can I start indoors:
Yes
Container friendly:
No
Other names:
Swamp Rose, Swamp Mallow, and Hibiscus Moschetos
Vine Habit:
