Luna Red Hardy Hibiscus
Description
Plant Highlights:
- Growing Zone: 5-9
- Plant Brand: Southern Tradition Plants™
- Botanical Name: Hibiscus moscheutos Luna Red PP# 16155
- Foliage Color: Green
- Flower Color: Red Single, 6-8" in size
- Flower Fragrance: Slight
- Fall Color: Not significant
- Type: Perennial
- Mature Height: 3'
- Mature Width: 3'
- Growth Rate: Fast
- Exposure: Sun
- Soil Needs: Moist well drained, needs moisture during winter
- Water Needs: Occasionally, like moisture
- Pollinator Friendly: Bees, butterflies, beneficials
- Resistant: Deer
- Pruning Needs: Late fall/early spring
- Awards:
- Grown by: The Plant Factory
- Photo: Walters Garden
Additional Highlights:
- Pollinator Friendly: Yes
- Deer Resistant: Yes
- Pet Friendly: Yes
- Reblooming: Yes
- Cold and Heat Tolerant: Yes
Planting Tips:
- Choose a location with well-draining soil and ample sunlight for optimal growth and blooming.
- Dig a hole twice the width of the plant's root ball and ensure the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface when planting.
- Space multiple Luna Hibiscus Red PP# 16155 plants approximately 2 to 3 feet apart to allow for proper air circulation and growth.
Watering:
- Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during the plant's active growth period.
- Water deeply and thoroughly, ensuring the water reaches the plant's root zone.
- Avoid overhead watering to prevent fungal diseases, instead, use a soaker hose or drip irrigation system.
- Use our Moisture Maxx non-ionic wetting agent in periods of drought.
Mulching:
- Apply a layer of organic mulch, such as bark chips or shredded leaves, around the base of the plant to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.
- Maintain a mulch layer approximately 2 to 3 inches thick, being careful not to pile mulch against the plant's stem, which can lead to rot.
Pruning:
- Prune Luna Hibiscus Red PP# 16155 in late winter or early spring to remove dead or damaged branches and encourage new growth.
- Use sharp, clean pruning shears to make clean cuts just above a leaf node or bud.
- Shape the plant as desired to maintain its compact and tidy appearance, but avoid excessive pruning, which can reduce flowering.
Fertilizing Guidelines:
- Feed Luna Hibiscus Red PP# 16155 with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer formulated for flowering shrubs in early spring, use what we use, Sr-18-5-10 slow release fertilizer following our simple instructions.
- Avoid over-fertilizing, as this can lead to excessive vegetative growth at the expense of flowering.
Ordering:
Our processing time usually is 1-3 days after receiving the order. Orders taken after 4:00 pm on Wednesday through Sunday will be shipped the following Monday.
Shipping:
The Plant Factory, Inc. offers the very best shipping processes to ensure quick, safe, and near-perfect results every time. Cold and heat may deter your order temporarily until it is safe to receive and plant your plants/trees in your area. At our discretion, we will hold order till the threat is gone ensuring you with the healthiest-viable product ordered.
Summer/Winter Shipping Restrictions – Summer above 95 degrees | Winter - Below 34 degrees
Just a heads up! We share pictures and videos on our site to showcase our products and highlight the quality of our growing process. However, depending on the season you purchase, you can receive a plant that is smaller or larger than what is presented. There's a chance you might see a plant blooming like the one on our site, but it's not guaranteed. We often trim off blooms since they don't travel well. When you buy our plants, think of it as a wonderful investment in your future garden! Enjoy the journey of nurturing them to their fullest potential.
What makes Plant Factory Direct a great option?
We grow our plants right here at our nursery! Our knowledgeable staff uses top-notch horticultural practices to make sure our plants are healthy and of the highest quality. We choose your plants with the same care and thoughtfulness as if we were picking them for ourselves. We aim to go above and beyond what our customers expect. We take pride in providing wonderful “out of the box” experiences, along with friendly customer service and speedy resolutions.