Snowflame Hibiscus
Hibiscus moscheutos 'Snowflame' P.P.A.F.
Gorgeous cerise-red blooms adorn this wonderful summer blooming plant. Strong upright rounded form with shiny green foliage. Perfect addition to the shrub or perennial border for instant makeover. Chosen both for its tropical appeal and its loose, cottage look.
| Botanical Pronunciation: | hi-BIS-kus mos-KEW-tos |
| Key feature: | Showy Flowers |
| Plant type: | Perennial |
| Patent Act: | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Deciduous/evergreen: | Herbaceous |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 4 - 10 |
| Light needs: | Full sun |
| Water Needs: | Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
| Average landscape size: | 3 to 4 ft. tall and wide. |
| Growth rate: | Fast |
| Growth habit: | Round |
| Flower attribute: | Long Bloom Season |
| Landscape uses: | Firescaping/Fire Wise, Very Wet Areas |
| Flower color: | Red |
| Blooms: | Summer |
| Foliage color: | Green |
| Item no.: | 9209 |
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Care Information
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Provide a rich, well-drained soil and water and fertilize regularly throughout the growing season. For a neat appearance, cut to the ground in winter. Pruning time: winter.
Gorgeous cerise-red blooms adorn this wonderful summer blooming plant. Strong upright rounded form with shiny green foliage. Perfect addition to the shrub or perennial border for instant makeover. Chosen both for its tropical appeal and its loose, cottage look.
Care Information
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Provide a rich, well-drained soil and water and fertilize regularly throughout the growing season. For a neat appearance, cut to the ground in winter. Pruning time: winter.
| Botanical Pronunciation: | hi-BIS-kus mos-KEW-tos |
| Key feature: | Showy Flowers |
| Plant type: | Perennial |
| Patent Act: | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Deciduous/evergreen: | Herbaceous |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 4 - 10 |
| Light needs: | Full sun |
| Water Needs: | Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
| Average landscape size: | 3 to 4 ft. tall and wide. |
| Growth rate: | Fast |
| Growth habit: | Round |
| Flower attribute: | Long Bloom Season |
| Landscape uses: | Firescaping/Fire Wise, Very Wet Areas |
| Flower color: | Red |
| Blooms: | Summer |
| Foliage color: | Green |
| Item no.: | 9209 |
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