Hibiscus Moscheutes 'Fireball'

Rose Mallow

Hibiscus moscheutos ‘Fireball’ is a bold herbaceous perennial valued for its massive crimson-red flowers and dramatic garden presence. It forms a tall, upright clump of lush green foliage that emerges late in spring. In mid to late summer, huge tropical-looking blooms—often 10–12 inches across—open in intense deep red to crimson tones with a darker central eye, creating a striking focal point in the garden. The flowers attract pollinators and provide vibrant late-season color.

Type: Perennial

Mature Size:
Width: 36–48 in
Height: 4–5 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


Enormous crimson-red flowers (10–12 in across)



Bold late-summer garden display



Tropical appearance in hardy climates



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

4-5'

Width

36-48"

Hardiness zones

4–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Bloom time

Late Spring, Summer

Flower color

Red

Leaf color

Dark Green

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Soil

Highly Adaptable, Humus rich, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Border, Container

Shape

Clump, Upright

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No