Hibiscus 'Lady Baltimore'

Lady Baltimore Crimsoneyed Rosemallow

Hibiscus ‘Lady Baltimore’ is a striking herbaceous perennial valued for its exceptionally large tropical-looking flowers. It forms a tall, upright clump of bold green foliage that emerges late in spring. In mid to late summer, enormous soft pink blooms with a dramatic deep red eye appear, often reaching 8–10 inches across and creating a bold focal point in the garden. The flowers attract pollinators and provide a dramatic display through late summer.

Type: Perennial

Mature Size:
Width: 36–48 in
Height: 4–6 ft
(10-year size: forms large clumps)

USDA Zones: 4a–9b
Form: Upright, bushy clump
Light: Full sun
Soil: Moist, fertile soils; tolerates clay and wet conditions
Water: Moderate to high; prefers consistent moisture

Wildlife: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds; deer resistant


Features & Landscape Uses


Enormous pink flowers with red eye



Tropical appearance in cold climates



Excellent late-summer color



Ideal for borders, rain gardens, and focal plantings




Care
Cut stems to the ground in late fall or early spring. Plants emerge late in spring, so mark their location. Provide rich soil and consistent moisture for best growth and flowering. Divide clumps every few years if

Plant type

Perennial

Height

4-6'

Width

3-4'

Hardiness zones

4–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Fast

Bloom time

Early Fall, Fall, Late Summer, Summer

Flower color

Pink

Leaf color

Dark Green

Fall color

Dark Green

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Soil

Highly Adaptable, Loamy, Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Container

Shape

Clumping, Upright

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No