American Meadows Halberdleaf Hibiscus
Best moisture-loving shrub for gardeners wanting to support local pollinators.
This native shrub brings a bold, tropical flair to wet garden spots without the high-maintenance fuss of exotic varieties. While you’ll need to be patient during late spring as it wakes up, the reward is a heat-loving, deer-resistant powerhouse that turns your yard into a magnet for hummingbirds and butterflies.
$11.32
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American Meadows, Inc
Who it's for
- Wildlife gardeners looking to support local pollinators
- Landscapers managing rain gardens or boggy soil areas
- Gardeners needing late-season color when other plants fade
Who should skip it
- Impatient gardeners who prefer early spring growth
- Gardeners wanting low-maintenance plants without pest monitoring
- Small-space gardeners with limited planting beds
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Appeal
A magnet for hummingbirds, bees, and essential butterfly species.
Environmental Resilience
Thrives in heat, humidity, and even temporary flooding conditions.
Visual Impact
Large, showy blooms and unique foliage create a striking tropical aesthetic.
Deer Resistance
Reliably avoids browsing, making it safer for gardens near wooded areas.
Site Versatility
Perfect for rain gardens, but requires consistent moisture to truly flourish.
Establishment Speed
Slow growth and late spring emergence require patience from the gardener.
Key Specs
USDA Hardiness Zones
4-9
Mature Height
3-6 ft tall
Mature Spread
24" wide
Flower Size
Up to 6" wide
Soil Moisture Requirement
Moist / Wet
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Ships As
Potted Plant
Soil Preference
Prefers acidic soil
Bloom Season
Summer
Growth Rate
Slow
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