Dixie Rosemallow (Hibiscus mutabilis)
Dixie Rosemallow (Hibiscus mutabilis) is a large, fast-growing shrub with showy flowers that change color from white/pink to red throughout the day.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Soil
Prefers fertile, well-drained soil. Tolerates a range of soil types but performs best in loamy conditions.
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed regularly during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
At least 6 hours of direct sun is ideal for abundant blooms.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Water more frequently during hot, dry weather.
Prefers fertile, well-drained soil. Tolerates a range of soil types but performs best in loamy conditions.
Thrives in warm temperatures.
Ideal range is 18-25°C. Can tolerate brief dips but protect from frost.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed regularly during the growing season.
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
1.5-3 m
Spread
1.5-3 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
Deciduous
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Lobed
Flower Size
10-15 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderMalvales
- familyMalvaceae
- genusHibiscus
- speciesHibiscus mutabilis
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No