Hardy Hibiscus 'Plum Crazy' – Hibiscus moscheutos

Overview

'Plum Crazy' is a classic hardy hibiscus cultivar (Hibiscus moscheutos) introduced in 1999 (PP11854) by Zwetzig-Fleming. It produces large, ruffled flowers in a unique plum-purple shade, a color breakthrough for hardy hibiscus at the time.

Botanical Profile

Description

Upright, bushy plant 4–5 feet tall. Flowers are 8–10 inches wide, plum-purple with a darker red eye and heavily ruffled petals. Foliage is green, maple-like. Blooms prolifically from midsummer to frost.

Growing Conditions

• Zones: 4–9.
• Sun: Full sun.
• Soil: Moist, fertile.
• Water: Regular, deep watering.
• Pruning: Cut to ground in late winter.

Uses

Excellent for adding unusual color to the late-summer garden. Combine with yellow or white perennials for contrast.