{"product_id":"hibiscus-laevis","title":"Hibiscus laevis","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHibiscus laevis\u003c\/strong\u003e is a tall native perennial hibiscus with large soft pink to pale rose flowers that bloom from mid to late summer. Its strong upright stems and deeply cut foliage create a bold architectural presence in moist garden settings while delivering a long season of dramatic floral display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 - 6 ft x 2 - 4 ft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid to late summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist to wet rich soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e High; prefers consistently moist conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNative Status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis species is native to the central and eastern United States where it naturally grows in wet meadows, stream edges, and low lying areas, providing important late season floral resources for pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWILDLIFE \u0026amp; INSECTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts Swallowtails, Painted Ladies, and other large butterflies which are drawn to its broad nectar rich flowers during peak bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports native bees and bumblebees which actively forage on the large open blooms throughout summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly attractive to hummingbirds which feed on the abundant nectar produced by its showy flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Landscape Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing Recommendations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace 3 - 4 ft apart to allow for its tall upright habit and mature spread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest suited for rain gardens, wet meadow plantings, and pond edges where its height and bold flowers create a strong seasonal focal point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJoe Pye Weed (Eutrochium purpureum)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds towering late season flower clusters that pair naturally with hibiscus in moist meadow settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwamp Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides complementary pink blooms and strong monarch support in wet soils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlue Flag Iris (Iris versicolor)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Offers early season structure and thrives in similar moist conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaltha palustris (Marsh Marigold)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Extends seasonal interest with bright spring flowers in wet areas before hibiscus peaks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSporobolus heterolepis (Prairie Dropseed)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Softens the base with fine textured grass form and seasonal seed interest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":46487604002977,"sku":"HIBISCUS LAEVIS","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/ImageComingSoon.jpg?v=1589304044","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/hibiscus-laevis","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}