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Hardy Hibiscus 'Luna Rose' – Hibiscus moscheutos (Luna Series)

Overview

'Luna Rose' is part of the compact Luna series of hardy hibiscus (Hibiscus moscheutos), bred for smaller stature and prolific flowering. It produces large, saturated rose-pink flowers on a bushy plant that fits easily into smaller gardens or containers.

Botanical Profile

Family:Malvaceae (mal-VAY-see-ee)
Genus:Hibiscus (hi-BIS-kus)
Species:moscheutos (mos-KEW-tos)
Cultivar:Luna Rose
Additional cultivar information:(Luna™ Series)

Characteristics

Compact, well-branched habit reaching 2–3 feet tall and wide. Flowers are 6–8 inches across, deep rose-pink with a small red eye. Blooms from midsummer to frost. Foliage is dark green, maple-shaped.

Growing Requirements

  • Zones: 5–9.
  • Sun: Full sun.
  • Soil: Moist, fertile, well-drained.
  • Water: Keep consistently moist.
  • Uses: Containers, front of borders, rain gardens.

Notes

The Luna series is known for first-year flowering from seed and excellent garden performance.

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