Hibiscus 'Lord Baltimore' Crimson eyed'

Lord Baltimore Crimson eyed Rosemallow

Hibiscus ‘Lord Baltimore’ is a dramatic herbaceous perennial valued for its enormous crimson-red flowers and bold garden presence. It forms a tall, upright clump of deep green, maple-like foliage that emerges late in spring. In mid to late summer, huge tropical-looking blooms—often 8–10 inches across—appear in brilliant scarlet to crimson-red tones with a prominent central eye, creating a striking focal point in the landscape. The large flowers attract pollinators and provide vibrant color through late summer.

Type: Perennial

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


Huge crimson-red flowers (8–10 in across)



Tropical appearance in hardy climates



Bold late-summer color



Ideal for borders, rain gardens, and specimen plantings




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

Plant type

Perennial

Height

4-6'

Width

36-48"

Hardiness zones

4–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Fast

Bloom time

Early Fall, Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Summer

Flower color

Hot Pink

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Soil

Highly Adaptable, Humus rich, Well Drained

Landscape use

Foundation, Foundation Plant, Mass Planting, Specimen

Shape

Clump, Upright

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No