You may not see much new growth yet, but below the surface, roots are getting active and preparing to send out fresh shoots and leaves. Each region warms up at its own pace, so your plants will "wake up" when conditions are just right in your area.
Keep caring for them as instructed in our planting guide, and with a little patience, your plants will come back lush and beautiful in no time.
Luna White Hardy Hibiscus
Luna White Hardy Hibiscus
Description
Plant Highlights:
- Growing Zone: 5-9
- Plant Brand: Southern Tradition Plants™
- Botanical Name: Hibiscus moscheutos Luna White
- Foliage Color: Green
- Flower Color: White 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:
- Pollinator Friendly: Yes
- Deer Resistant: Yes
- Pet Friendly: Yes
- Reblooming: Yes
- Cold and Heat Tolerant: Yes
Discover Luna White Hardy Hibiscus, a magnificent addition to any outdoor landscape! This stunning species boasts a delicate charm with its large, snow-white 6-8" blooms, which bloom profusely during the warmer seasons to add a touch of ethereal elegance to your outdoor area. Luna White Hardy Hibiscus is the ideal choice for gardeners of all ages, whether you're a novice or an expert, due to its resilience and quick development.
Still, the appeal doesn't stop there! In your own backyard, this exceptional cultivar will attract pollinators like bees and butterflies, making it perfect for gardeners of all ages. With minimal upkeep and its compact size, even the busiest of gardeners can appreciate its stunning beauty. The Luna White Hardy Hibiscus will bring a sense of grace and tranquility to any outdoor area, whether it's a patio, walkway, or flower bed. Order your Luna White Hardy Hibiscus today and see your garden shine with otherworldly radiance. Don't miss out on this opportunity!
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 White 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. Free with any order over $99.
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 White 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:
- Use a balanced fertilizer for flowering shrubs in early spring, like our SR-18-5-10, following our instructions.
- To prevent excessive vegetative growth at the expense of flowering, avoid over-fertilizing.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Expect a compact, shrub-like perennial that typically reaches about 3 feet tall and about 3 feet wide at maturity. Give it enough space for airflow so the foliage dries quickly after rain or irrigation. In good sun and consistently moist soil, it can fill in fast during the growing season.
Full sun produces the best flowering, but it can tolerate light shade with fewer blooms. Plant Hibiscus moscheutos 'Luna White' in moist, well-drained soil, and don’t let it dry out for long periods during active growth. A 2–3 inch mulch layer helps hold moisture and keeps roots cooler in summer.
The white hibiscus flower display is heaviest in the warm months, with large blooms opening over an extended period. Prune the luna hibiscus plant back in late winter or early spring to remove dead stems and encourage vigorous new growth. If it looks slow to return in spring, be patient—hardy hibiscus often breaks dormancy later than many perennials.