**Is this a Hibiscus?

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  1. grkprncss30

    grkprncss30 New Seed

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    Hi! I'm trying to figure out what some of these perennials are in my yard. Is this a hibiscus? The flowers have 5 petals and grow off thick stalks. Thanks for any help you can offer!



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  3. toni

    toni Mistress of Garden Junque Staff Member Moderator Plants Contributor

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    Yep, it's a perennial Hibiscus but I don't know what variety. It will die back to the ground during winter then come back strong in the spring.
     
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    kuntrygal Texas Rose

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    Beautiful color. I bought and lost a perrinal this year. Too hot and couldn't keep it watered. The color was a bit darker than yours.
     
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    glendann Official Garden Angel

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    I sure Like it .Mine only had 2 blooms on it.Lots of buds almost open but I couldn't give it enough water to get the to finish blooming Its just so hot here water didn't help.
    I really like yours.Mine is dark wine color.
     



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  6. cherylad

    cherylad Countess of Cute-ification Plants Contributor

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    I picked up a Hibiscus at the mark down rack at Home Depot. It's pretty healthy and still blooming. Hope it does as well next year!
     
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    grkprncss30 New Seed

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    Thanks everyone! I am a gardening newbie so I know some of the plants I can't identify are obvious to others. This is a big help!
     

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