Hibiscus 'Luna Pink Swirl' is an eye catching perennial featuring enormous white blooms brushed with pink swirls and a deep red center. Delivers a tropical flair with hardy performance and abundant midsummer color.
Height & Spread: 24 - 36 in x 24 - 36 in
Bloom Time: Midsummer to early fall
Light Requirements: Full sun
Soil Preference: Moist, well drained soil enriched with compost or organic matter
Watering Needs: High; regular watering keeps foliage lush and blooms frequent
Deer Resistance: Moderate
Native Status
This variety is a hybrid derived from native North American hibiscus species, bred for compact size and striking flower color while retaining adaptability to regional climates.
Wildlife & Insects
Butterflies
- Attracts Monarchs and Painted Ladies with its wide, open blooms rich in nectar.
Bees
- Visited by honeybees and bumblebees that gather pollen from the large anthers during bloom season.
Hummingbirds
- Draws Ruby Throated Hummingbirds with its showy blooms and tubular floral centers.
Spacing & Landscape Use
Spacing Recommendations
- Space 24 - 36 in apart to allow full flowering potential and leaf development in sunny areas.
Landscape Placement
- Perfect for sunny borders, foundation plantings, or containers where dramatic midsummer blooms are desired.
Companion Plants
- Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam' (Threadleaf Coreopsis) - Soft yellow flowers complement the blush tones of hibiscus blooms with airy texture.
- Echinacea purpurea 'Magnus' (Purple Coneflower) - Strong vertical blooms create balance and support pollinators throughout summer.
- Liatris spicata (Blazing Star) - Spiky form and vivid purple flowers contrast with rounded hibiscus blossoms and attract butterflies.
- Phlox paniculata 'David' (Garden Phlox) - White blooms mirror the hibiscus petals and add fragrance to garden beds.
- Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln' (Dwarf Fountain Grass) - Graceful seed heads and fine foliage soften the bold presence of hibiscus.