Hibiscus ‘Mocha Moon’ (Rose Mallow)

Hibiscus ‘Mocha Moon’ (Rose Mallow) is a well-branched, herbaceous perennial with large, slightly cupped, pure white flowers, up to 8 in. across (20 cm), adorned with a scarlet red eye. Their slightly ruffled, overlapping petals unfurl as the countless buds open to become wide and flat. Blooming continuously from midsummer to fall, each flower lasts about one day and stands out against the dark foliage of thick, leathery, maple-like leaves. The blossoms are produced from the top to the bottom of the plant, rather than only at the top like some older cultivars. When the flowers are finished, their bright lime-green carpels remain, providing a nice contrast with the deep bronze-green foliage. Perfect backdrop or centerpiece for a sunny border.

• Typically grows up to 4 ft. tall (120 cm) with a spread of 5-6 ft. (150-180 cm).
• Thrives in full sun in average, medium to wet soils. Tolerates some light shade but best flower production and disease resistance occur in full sun.
• Prefers consistently moist, organically rich soils. Keeping this hibiscus watered will result in larger flowers and lush foliage. 
• Site in locations protected from wind to minimize the risk of wind burn.
• Plant in perennial borders for dramatic summer blooms. Great along streams or ponds, in bog gardens or in rain gardens.
• Keep an eye out for blight, canker, rust, leaf spots, aphids, scale, whiteflies and Japanese beetle. Deer resistant.
• Deadhead spent flowers to maintain a neat appearance.
• Cut down in spring before new growth appears.
• It is best to plant Hibiscus in the garden before the heat of the summer arrives, and should be heavily mulched the first winter.