The 'Single Pink' Confederate Rose is a vigorous, deciduous Hibiscus relative that is deeply rooted in Southern garden tradition. It is a standout performer in the Houston metro area, specifically prized for its rapid growth and massive, fuzzy, heart-shaped leaves. Unlike the color-changing varieties, this selection maintains a beautiful, consistent pink hue. It thrives in our local humidity and is famously tolerant of the heavy clay soils of Southeast Texas. It provides a dramatic vertical element and serves as a late-season nectar source for pollinators.
Exposure
Full Sun to Partial Shade; Full Sun results in the most prolific blooming.
Height x Width
8-15 feet tall x 6-10 feet wide.
Water
Medium to High; enjoys consistent moisture and tolerates wet spots in clay better than most shrubs.
Zones
7 - 9 (Acts as a perennial in Houston, dying back to the ground in winter).
Fertilization
Feed in early spring with a balanced fertilizer or compost to support its rapid seasonal expansion.
Pruning
Cut back to 6-12 inches above the ground in late winter after the first hard freeze.
The 'Single Pink' Confederate Rose is a vigorous, deciduous Hibiscus relative that is deeply rooted in Southern garden tradition. It is a standout performer in the Houston metro area, specifically prized for its rapid growth and massive, fuzzy, heart-shaped leaves. Unlike the color-changing varieties, this selection maintains a beautiful, consistent pink hue. It thrives in our local humidity and is famously tolerant of the heavy clay soils of Southeast Texas. It provides a dramatic vertical element and serves as a late-season nectar source for pollinators.
Exposure
Full Sun to Partial Shade; Full Sun results in the most prolific blooming.
Height x Width
8-15 feet tall x 6-10 feet wide.
Water
Medium to High; enjoys consistent moisture and tolerates wet spots in clay better than most shrubs.
Zones
7 - 9 (Acts as a perennial in Houston, dying back to the ground in winter).
Fertilization
Feed in early spring with a balanced fertilizer or compost to support its rapid seasonal expansion.
Pruning
Cut back to 6-12 inches above the ground in late winter after the first hard freeze.
