'Blackberry Merlot' Rose Mallow Hibiscus hybrid
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Features
Hardy Hibiscus with 8" rich, deep velvety red flowers are produced above a tight, upright habit of deep green leaves.
Heat TolerantAttracts:BeesButterfliesResists:DeerCharacteristics
Plant Type:PerennialHeight Category:TallGarden Height:48 - 54 InchesSpacing:48 - 60 InchesSpread:42 - 48 InchesFlower Colors:RedFlower Shade:Deep RedFoliage Colors:GreenFoliage Shade:GreenHabit:UprightContainer Role:ThrillerPlant Needs
Light Requirement:SunThe optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).
Maintenance Category:EasyBloom Time:Mid SummerBloom Time:Late SummerBloom Time:Early FallHardiness Zones:4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9bWater Category:AverageUses:LandscapeUses:Specimen or Focal PointUses Notes:Use in beds as a focal point. A perfect centerpiece for a garden with bright and beautiful colors.
Maintenance Notes:Brings massive, tropical-looking flowers all the way to zone 4. Although later to emerge than most perennials in spring, these are fast growing plants capable of adding an inch of new growth a day. Excellent at brightening up end of season gardens.
'Blackberry Merlot' Hibiscus hybrid USPP 33,498