2 Rooted Starters Turk's Cap Sleeping Hibiscus Red Flowering Shrub for Hummingbirds
These rooted starter plants are Turk's Cap Sleeping Hibiscus (Malvaviscus arboreus), a charming flowering shrub admired for its unique, tightly curled red blossoms that never fully open. Perfect for adding a touch of southern charm to any garden, this resilient plant offers long-lasting color and a natural draw for hummingbirds.
This versatile shrub is ideal for ornamental use in borders, mixed beds, or as a foundation planting. It grows as a bushy, spreading shrub that can be trained to climb a trellis, and it thrives in warm climates with moderate water. Mature plants produce an abundance of bloom from summer through fall, creating a lively habitat and visual interest in the landscape.
Species: Malvaviscus arboreus var. drummondii
Type: Perennial flowering shrub
Plant_Habit: Upright, bushy
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, average
Zones: 7-11
Germination: Not applicable
Sowing: Not applicable
Spacing: 4-6 ft apart
Notes: Blooms repeatedly from summer to fall; attracts hummingbirds.