Add some tropical flair to your garden with the sensational flowers of Scarlet Rosemallow. This tall, robust perennial is native to the far South but is perfectly happy in the cooler climate of our region. Enormous, bright red flowers begin flowering in mid-summer and often bloom well into September, bringing unusual color and structure to the late season garden. And did we mention it can even display fiery fall color? Plant singly or in small masses and watch this dazzling delight transform your garden into a nearly-tropical paradise.
Conditions: Full sun; moist to wet soils
Size: 6' - 8' tall
Zone: 5 - 9
Wildlife Value: Flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds
Photos: Dave Korbonits, Sam Nestory