Hibiscus mutabilis Flora Plena Mallows Mixing small gravel or Permatill

Mixing small gravel or Permatill into the soil helps tremendously

Ampelaster (Aster) carolinianus is truly a maintenance-free perennial

but if something is repeated enough times

Rohdea japonica is a highly-prized

The ornamental value of the foliage of this species and other Amsonia species ends once it turns brown

Hibiscus mutabilis Flora Plena Mallows Mixing small gravel or PermatillFrom China comes a wonderful hibiscus that's virtually unknown outside of China and the Gulf Coast region of the US. Hibiscus mutabilis emerges from dormancy and shoots 10' into the air. The foliage of confederate rose mallow is quite bold, with soft, fuzzy green leaves up and down the stems great for structure and texture even without flowers. The flowers emerge in late October and November, resembling giant, double rosy pink camellias, fading to a