Hibiscus moscheutos 'Luna White'

Family

Malvaceae

Origin

Mascarene Islands

Description

'Luna White' is a  compact variety forms a medium-sized bushy mound of dark green leaves. The flowers, which can be 8 inches across, feature showy white petals with a large red eye in the centre and white stamens

Environment

Hibiscus is heat tolerant and prefers neutral to acidic, well-drained soil and full sun.

Being a fast growing plant, hibiscus prefer well drained rich soil and regular watering. Thoroughly water to moisten the entire root-ball each time you water. Allow the soil to become slightly dry between watering approximately to a depth of between 1/2" deep for small containers to 1" deep for large containers. Never keep the soil soggy. Avoid using a saucer or empty any excess water from it 30-40 minutes after watering.

Landscape Use

Ideal for container plant or mixed border. Hibiscus plants are almost constantly visited by a variety of bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.