Sweet Caroline Hibiscus, Rose Mallow 'Sweet Caroline', Hardy Hibiscus 'Sweet Caroline'
Hibiscus ‘Sweet Caroline’ (Rose Mallow) is a vigorous, shrubby herbaceous perennial noted for its large, bright pink flowers, up to 6-8 in. across (15-20 cm). Each satiny bloom is adorned with slightly ruffled, partly reflexed petals and a prominent, white to pale yellow, central staminal column. Blooming continuously from mid-summer to early fall, each dinner plate flower lasts 1 day, but new flowers open each day in rapid succession until late in the season. The ravishing blossoms contrast nicely against the foliage of oval dark green leaves. Perfect at the back of a perennial border or as an airy screen or hedge. Lord Baltimore’ makes a great specimen on its own or in masses.
Hardiness |
5 - 9 |
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Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Malvaceae |
Genus | Hibiscus |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer (Mid, Late) Fall |
Height |
4' - 5' (120cm - 150cm) |
Spread |
3' - 4' (90cm - 120cm) |
Spacing |
36" - 48" (90cm - 120cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average, High |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Moisture Retentive |
Characteristics | Showy |
Tolerance | Deer, Wet Soil |
Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Bog Gardens, Hedges And Screens, Patio And Containers, Ponds And Streams, Rain Gardens, Small Gardens |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
Hardiness |
5 - 9 |
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Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Malvaceae |
Genus | Hibiscus |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer (Mid, Late) Fall |
Height |
4' - 5' (120cm - 150cm) |
Spread |
3' - 4' (90cm - 120cm) |
Spacing |
36" - 48" (90cm - 120cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average, High |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Moisture Retentive |
Characteristics | Showy |
Tolerance | Deer, Wet Soil |
Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Bog Gardens, Hedges And Screens, Patio And Containers, Ponds And Streams, Rain Gardens, Small Gardens |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
How many Hibiscus ‘Sweet Caroline’ (Rose Mallow) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Hibiscus ‘Sweet Caroline’ (Rose Mallow) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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