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Texas Star Hibiscus
Hibiscus coccineus
Size
Height - 5 feet
Width - 3 feet
Sun
Full sun to part shade
Plant Type
Native perennial
Other common names
Crimson/Scarlet Rosemallow,
Wild Red Mallow
BLOOMING
MONTHS
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Save Water Low to medium water required
More Color Red flowers from summer to fall
Attract Wildlife Hummingbirds and butterflies love the flowers
Reduce Maintenance Can cut back by half in winter to control size
Texas Tough If winter is mild, plant may remain green
Interesting Facts
Very large, unique star-shaped blooms. Palmate leaves are often mistaken for the marijuana plant. Likes to have moist soil and consistent watering; rewards with frequent blooms. A variation of this plant has snow white flowers, instead of red.
Texas Star Hibiscus in Frisco
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