Rose Mallow

Growth habit

Shrub

Perennation

Long-lived polycarpic perennial

Location

Houston and Grossman Ponds

Source of plant

Walters Gardens

Description

Huge 7" wide, ruffled flowers are white with a deep red eye. The edges of the petals are edged with blush pink. Combined with the heavily overlapping petals, this creates a pinwheel effect on the flowers. Leaves are bright green with slightly serrated edges. A polished, upright habit and extremely high bud count with good axillary branching ensures that this Hibiscus will have a longer season of color, from late summer through early fall. Flowers are produced from the top to the bottom of the plant, rather than just at the top like some other cultivars.

USDA Hardiness Zone

4