Hibiscus - Plum Crazy
Plant Facts
| Family | Hibiscus moscheutos 'Plum Crazy' PP11,854 |
|---|---|
| Foliage | Plum/Purple |
| Mature Height | 4 feet |
| Mature Spread | 24 inches |
| Soil | Widely Adaptable |
| Zones | 4-9 |
| Moisture | Moderate, Well Drained |
| Mature Form | Bushy, Compact |
| Growth Rate | Moderate to Fast |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Bloom Period | Summer to Fall |
Quick Overview
Hibiscus Plum Crazy (Rose Mellow), Hibiscus moscheutos 'Plum Crazy', has breathtaking 10” plum flowers with purple streaking centers. These large plum flowers nicely complement this shrubs dark purple maple-cut leaves; absolutely beautiful shrub with flowers and foliage that are both purple! Blooming like crazy from mid to late summer, its flowers are adored by butterflies. Plum Crazy needs well drained, humus enriched soil; will tolerate wet soils. It has a bushy form and only grows to 4 feet tall, but the outstanding flowers bloom in masses all in purple color. Use as a hedge, accent plant or in plant in mass. It is recommended that these be cut to about 6 inches from the ground in late winter; resistant to deer and rabbits.
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