Swamp Rose Mallow

 

Common Name	Swamp Rose Mallow
Scientific Name	Hibiscus moscheutos
Native Region	West, Middle, East
Moisture Conditions	Wetlands & Standing Water
Light Preference	Full Sun, Partial Sun
Wildlife Value	birds
Soil pH	Acidic (pH<6), Neutral (pH 6-8)
Height	3'to 8'
Bloom Time	Summer
Evergreen	No
Comments	large white flowers up to 8" in diameter; several waterfowl species reported to eat seeds; attracts hummingbirds