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Hibiscus 'Plum Crazy'

Family Malvaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Spread 0.6 - 1.2 m (2 - 4 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Hibiscus 'Plum Crazy' (hardy hibiscus) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and pink blossoms during mid-summer to late autumn. The showy glossy foliage is dark green in colour and medium in texture. Hibiscus 'Plum Crazy' (hardy hibiscus) has smooth stems. A specimen plant, Hibiscus 'Plum Crazy' (hardy hibiscus) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, annual, bog, border, container, foundation, mass planting, specimen and waterfront.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden. Hibiscus 'Plum Crazy' tolerates wet sites, and is noted for being naturally resistant to deer.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Hibiscus 'Plum Crazy' (hardy hibiscus) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner.