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Hibiscus Coccineus Seeds for Sale
Suitable for home gardening use
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Hibiscus Coccineus Seeds
Hibiscus Coccineus, commonly known as Scarlet Rose Mallow or Texas Star Hibiscus, is a striking perennial flowering plant admired for its brilliant scarlet-red flowers and distinctive star-shaped petals. Its elegant blooms and attractive foliage make it an excellent choice for garden borders, water gardens, pondsides, and ornamental landscapes. This moisture-loving plant thrives in sunny locations with consistently moist soil and can attract hummingbirds and butterflies to the garden.
Scarlet Red Flowers
Texas Star Hibiscus
Perennial Flowering Plant
Pollinator Friendly
Key Features
Unique Star-Shaped Blooms
Features attractive star-like flowers that give the plant its popular name, Texas Star Hibiscus.
Tall Perennial Growth
Develops tall, upright stems and attractive foliage, making it suitable for background planting and ornamental garden displays.
Attracts Pollinators
Its bright flowers provide a beautiful garden feature that can attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and other flower-visiting pollinators.
Product Highlights
Large scarlet-red flowers
Distinctive five-petal blooms
Commonly called Texas Star Hibiscus
Perennial ornamental flowering plant
Attractive tall, upright growth
Suitable for water garden landscapes
Prefers consistently moist soil
Can attract hummingbirds and butterflies
Specifications
| Scientific Name | Hibiscus coccineus |
| Common Name | Scarlet Rose Mallow, Texas Star Hibiscus, Scarlet Hibiscus |
| Plant Family | Malvaceae |
| Seed Type | Flower Seeds |
| Plant Type | Perennial Herbaceous Flowering Plant |
| Growth Habit | Tall, Upright, Clump-Forming |
| Flower Color | Bright Scarlet Red |
| Flower Shape | Large, Star-Shaped Flowers with Five Petals |
| USDA Hardiness Zones | Approximately 6–9 |
| Planting Season | Spring to Early Summer, after the risk of frost has passed |
| Seed Starting | Scarify the hard seed coat lightly and soak seeds in warm water before sowing |
| Germination Time | Approximately 1–3 weeks under suitable conditions; may vary |
| Germination Temperature | Approximately 21–27°C (70–80°F) |
| Sunlight | Full Sun; tolerates some partial shade |
| Soil Requirements | Rich, fertile, moisture-retentive soil with good organic matter |
| Watering | Regular watering; keep the soil consistently moist |
| Mature Plant Height | Approximately 4–8 feet, depending on growing conditions |
| Mature Plant Spread | Approximately 2–4 feet, depending on growing conditions |
| Plant Spacing | Approximately 2–4 feet apart |
| Blooming Season | Summer to Early Autumn |
| Propagation | Seeds, stem cuttings, and division |
Growing Guide
Step 1: Prepare the Seeds
Hibiscus Coccineus seeds have a relatively hard outer coating. Lightly nick the seed coat with a file or sandpaper, taking care not to damage the inner seed. Soak the seeds in warm water for approximately 12–24 hours before planting to help encourage germination.
Hibiscus Coccineus seeds have a relatively hard outer coating. Lightly nick the seed coat with a file or sandpaper, taking care not to damage the inner seed. Soak the seeds in warm water for approximately 12–24 hours before planting to help encourage germination.
Step 2: Prepare the Soil
Select seed-starting trays or small pots filled with a fertile, well-draining seed-starting mix. The growing medium should retain sufficient moisture while allowing excess water to drain away.
Select seed-starting trays or small pots filled with a fertile, well-draining seed-starting mix. The growing medium should retain sufficient moisture while allowing excess water to drain away.
Step 3: Sow the Seeds
Sow the prepared seeds approximately ¼ inch deep in the growing medium. Cover lightly with soil and water gently. Maintain a warm temperature of approximately 21–27°C (70–80°F) to encourage germination.
Sow the prepared seeds approximately ¼ inch deep in the growing medium. Cover lightly with soil and water gently. Maintain a warm temperature of approximately 21–27°C (70–80°F) to encourage germination.
Step 4: Provide Sunlight and Moisture
Keep the growing medium consistently moist without allowing it to become waterlogged. Place the seed trays in a warm, bright location. Once seedlings develop several true leaves, gradually introduce them to outdoor conditions before transplanting.
Keep the growing medium consistently moist without allowing it to become waterlogged. Place the seed trays in a warm, bright location. Once seedlings develop several true leaves, gradually introduce them to outdoor conditions before transplanting.
Step 5: Transplant and Enjoy the Flowers
Transplant established seedlings into a sunny garden location with rich, moisture-retentive soil. Allow approximately 2–4 feet between plants for healthy growth. Water regularly, especially during dry weather. With suitable growing conditions, the plants can develop tall stems and beautiful scarlet-red flowers during the summer and early autumn.
Transplant established seedlings into a sunny garden location with rich, moisture-retentive soil. Allow approximately 2–4 feet between plants for healthy growth. Water regularly, especially during dry weather. With suitable growing conditions, the plants can develop tall stems and beautiful scarlet-red flowers during the summer and early autumn.
Bring Brilliant Scarlet Beauty with Hibiscus Coccineus
Transform your garden with the spectacular scarlet-red blooms of Hibiscus Coccineus. Also known as Texas Star Hibiscus, this impressive perennial adds height, color, and natural beauty to garden borders, pondsides, and moisture-loving landscape plantings. Give it plenty of sunlight, fertile soil, and consistent moisture to enjoy its distinctive star-shaped flowers and attractive ornamental growth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find helpful answers about Hibiscus Coccineus seed germination, flowering, and the best growing conditions.
How do you germinate Hibiscus Coccineus seeds successfully?
Hibiscus Coccineus seeds have a hard outer seed coat, so lightly scarifying the surface with sandpaper or a file can help improve water absorption. Soak the seeds in warm water for approximately 12–24 hours before sowing them about ¼ inch deep in a moist seed-starting mix. Maintain temperatures around 21–27°C (70–80°F) and keep the growing medium consistently moist. Germination may take approximately 1–3 weeks under favorable conditions.
How long does Hibiscus Coccineus take to flower from seed?
Hibiscus Coccineus generally needs a growing season to develop into a flowering plant. Plants grown from seed may flower in their first growing season under favorable conditions, although flowering can take longer depending on climate, sunlight, soil quality, and plant maturity. Providing full sunlight, regular watering, and fertile soil encourages healthy growth and flowering.
Can Hibiscus Coccineus grow in wet soil or near a pond?
Yes. Hibiscus Coccineus naturally favors moist environments and is an excellent choice for suitable pond edges, rain gardens, and other consistently moist planting areas. It grows well in fertile, moisture-retentive soil and can tolerate wet conditions. However, young plants still benefit from appropriate establishment and healthy growing conditions. Provide adequate sunlight for the best flowering performance.