Hibiscus moscheutos 'Pink Swirl'
Crimsoneyed Rose Mallow
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Crimsoneyed Rose Mallow (Hibiscus moscheutos 'Pink Swirl') - Description
Huge blooms literally swirl open to reveal brush strokes of pink, rose and cranberry red on silky, bright white petals. Tidy, compact plants enhance the otherworldly size of these 8" wide flowers. This hibiscus is remarkably easy to grow and fast blooming (it also will bloom in the first year). 'Pink Swirl' loves full sun and dry weather, but thrives under all conditions to give you months of breathtaking pleasure. Plant in a mass in the back border, or use for impressive accents in beds or large tubs.
Crimsoneyed Rose Mallow (Hibiscus moscheutos 'Pink Swirl') - 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.
Crimsoneyed Rose Mallow (Hibiscus moscheutos 'Pink Swirl') - Growth
They do best in full sun, but react poorly to drought and frost.
Crimsoneyed Rose Mallow (Hibiscus moscheutos 'Pink Swirl') - 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.
Crimsoneyed Rose Mallow (Hibiscus moscheutos 'Pink Swirl') - Pest
Hibiscus plants are susceptible to giant whiteflies and should be controlled by using Neem oil.
Crimsoneyed Rose Mallow (Hibiscus moscheutos 'Pink Swirl') - 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.
Crimsoneyed Rose Mallow (Hibiscus moscheutos 'Pink Swirl') - 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.
