Giant Turk's Cap, Wax Mallow
Malvaviscus Arboreus
Overview
The Giant Turk's Cap, or Wax Mallow (Malvaviscus arboreus), showcases pendulous, bright red flowers resembling closed hibiscus blooms, attractive to hummingbirds and butterflies. This robust evergreen shrub flourishes in full sun to partial shade, reaching heights of 8-10 feet, with a spread of 3-4 feet. The heart-shaped leaves add a lush backdrop. Drought tolerance and low maintenance make it a hardy accent in warm climate landscapes. USDA zones 7-10.
Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, Low, MediumZones 9–10Type Perennial, ShrubClimate Subtropical
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Extra in Summer, Low, Medium
- USDA zones
- 9–10
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Perennial, Shrub
- Family
- Malvaceae
- Climate
- Subtropical
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