Turk's Cap
Malvaviscus arboreus var. drummondii
Native Turk’s cap with swirled red blooms hummingbirds work all season. Handles shade better than most Texas tough plants.
Landscape use
Shade borders, woodland edges, informal hedges.
Care
Cut back in late winter. Tolerates dry shade once established. Watch for reseeding. Tops typically die back near freezing; roots are hardier.