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Hibiscus moscheutos 'Carafe Bordeaux'

Family Malvaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   5a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H1 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level medium
Height 0.6 - 1 m (2 - 3 ft)
Spread 0.5 - 1 m (1.5 - 3 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Hibiscus moscheutos 'Carafe Bordeaux' (dwarf vintage hibiscus) bears showy, bright pink, fragrant and repeat-blooming flowers during mid-summer to mid autumn. This herbaceous perennial is upright and has deep green foliage that is matte and coarse textured. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning herbaceous perennial which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, foundation, mass planting, specimen, waterfront and wild flower.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Hibiscus moscheutos 'Carafe Bordeaux' tolerates wet sites, and has a natural resistance to deer. This herbaceous perennial attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Hibiscus moscheutos 'Carafe Bordeaux' (dwarf vintage hibiscus) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly.