5 Seeds Makino's Mallow Hibiscus makinoi Pink Flowers Hardy Shrub Ornamental Garden

Makino's Mallow is a flowering shrub in the mallow family, recognized for its soft pink blooms and lush green foliage. Native to southern Japan and parts of East Asia, it brings a graceful, tropical feel to temperate gardens and works well as a specimen or mixed border plant. The plant produces abundant cup-shaped flowers over a long season, drawing attention with its delicate color and open form.

This versatile shrub fits well in cottage gardens, mixed borders, and wildlife-friendly landscapes. It can be grown as a container plant when young or planted in the ground for a fuller, more natural look. Whether you are a collector of hibiscus varieties or simply want a long-flowering shrub, Makino's Mallow adds a refined, low-maintenance presence to the garden each season.
Species: Hibiscus makinoi
Type: Flowering shrub
Plant_Habit: Upright, bushy
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
Zones: 7-10
Germination: Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in moist seed-starting mix; keep at 65-75F; germination may be slow and uneven
Sowing: Start indoors in late winter or sow outdoors after the last frost
Spacing: 4-6 feet apart
Notes: Water regularly during establishment; blooms best with consistent moisture and sun