Hibiscus Moscheutes 'Disco Belle Red'

Hardy Hibiscus

Hibiscus moscheutos ‘Disco Belle Red’ is a bold herbaceous perennial valued for its enormous red flowers and compact, bushy habit. It forms a dense clump of rich green foliage that emerges in late spring. In mid to late summer, spectacular tropical-looking blooms—often 8–10 inches across—open in vibrant scarlet-red tones with a darker central eye, creating a striking display in the landscape. The flowers attract pollinators and provide dramatic late-season color.

Type: Perennial

Mature Size:
Width: 30–36 in
Height: 3–4 ft
(10-year size: forms dense 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 scarlet-red flowers (8–10 in across)



Compact habit compared to many hardy hibiscus



Tropical appearance in northern climates



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 flowering. Divide clumps every few years if needed to maintain vigor.

Plant type

Perennial

Height

3-4'

Width

30-36"

Hardiness zones

4–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Late Spring, Summer

Flower color

Red

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Soil

Highly Adaptable, Humus rich, Well Drained

Landscape use

Container, Mass Planting, Specimen

Shape

Clump, Upright

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No