Height: 3-6 feet
Spread: 3 feet
Hardiness Zones: 6-9
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Hibiscus coccineus, the scarlet rosemallow, is a hardy Hibiscus species, also known as Texas star, brilliant hibiscus and scarlet hibiscus. Planted by George Washington and admired as “a most elegant flowering plant,” Texas Star has startlingly large luminous bright red flowers. This native will attract butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, great in containers on the patio or in the back border. A perfect addition to a rain garden or alongside a stream or pond.