Comfortroot, Big Thicket Hibiscus, Pineland Hibiscus, Hibiscus scaber
Valued for its attractive flowers, Hibiscus aculeatus (Comfortroot) is a large, long-lived perennial wildflower boasting showy flowers, up to 3-4 in. across (7-10 cm), adorned with a deep purplish-red center. Changing in color from cream to yellow before fading to pink, the petals have pleated scalloped edges. Blooming from late spring through fall, the blossoms attract many pollinators, including butterflies and native bees. The blooms are followed by large scabrous capsules containing seeds. The leaves are alternately arranged, palmate, and scabrous with toothed margins. Native to the southeastern United States, Comfortroot is a wetland species that can be found growing along the edges of savannas, bogs, hydric to mesic pine flatwoods and roadside ditches. It will go dormant and die back in the winter. Comfortroot is an attractive addition to moist landscapes, native plant gardens or wet wildflower gardens. It is rarely grown, but it has potential in appropriate sites.
Hardiness |
7 - 10 |
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Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Malvaceae |
Genus | Hibiscus |
Common names | Hibiscus |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall |
Height | 3' - 6' (90cm - 180cm) |
Spread | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
Spacing | 36" (90cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Native Plants | United States, Southeast, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Southwest, Texas |
Tolerance | Drought, Wet Soil |
Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Ponds And Streams, Rain Gardens, Water Gardens |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
Hardiness |
7 - 10 |
---|---|
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Malvaceae |
Genus | Hibiscus |
Common names | Hibiscus |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall |
Height | 3' - 6' (90cm - 180cm) |
Spread | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
Spacing | 36" (90cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Native Plants | United States, Southeast, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Southwest, Texas |
Tolerance | Drought, Wet Soil |
Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Ponds And Streams, Rain Gardens, Water Gardens |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
How many Hibiscus aculeatus (Comfortroot) do I need for my garden?
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