Hibiscus coccineus
Scarlet Rose Mallow
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Scarlet Rose Mallow (Hibiscus coccineus) - Description
A north American native found in Georgia to Florida. This is a tall woody perennial gets loaded up at the end of summer with 6" solitary red blooms. This bloom should continue on through the early part of fall.
Scarlet Rose Mallow (Hibiscus coccineus) - Blooming
The large, well-known flowers bloom in late spring to fall in colors such as, red, white, pink, yellow, and orange. Each bloom will last only a day or so. To promote continued blooming, remove faded flowers before they form seeds.
Scarlet Rose Mallow (Hibiscus coccineus) - Growth
They do best in full sun, but react poorly to drought and frost.
Scarlet Rose Mallow (Hibiscus coccineus) - Planting
If dividing a perennial Hibiscus, do so in the spring. If you are growing from cuttings, take 5-6" of new growth and remove the lower leaves. Stick into a mixture of sand and peat at a 3 to 1 ratio. Once cuttings have formed roots, you can transplant.If planting seeds, soak them in warm water for an hour before planting. Either start indoors 12 weeks before the last frost, or outdoors after the frost has past. You can also sow seeds directly in the fall, as soon as the seed casing has begun to split.
Scarlet Rose Mallow (Hibiscus coccineus) - Pest
Hibiscus plants are susceptible to giant whiteflies and should be controlled by using Neem oil.
Scarlet Rose Mallow (Hibiscus coccineus) - Interesting facts
Agua de Jaimaca, a drink made from the flowers of the Hibiscus sabdariffa, sugar, and water, is popular in Mexico, and tastes similar to cranberry juice. A Hibiscus flower worn behind one ear or the other traditionally shows the marital status of Hawaiian women. Over the left ear, and thus over the heart, means your heart is taken. Over the right ear means that you are available.
Scarlet Rose Mallow (Hibiscus coccineus) - Soil and irrigation
Hibiscus plants require a rich, organic loam soil that is acidic and needs to be kept moist. These plants also require regular irrigation.
