If you like brilliant colors, you'll love 'Summer In Paradise', a super hardy Hibiscus (Rose Mallow) that northern and southern gardeners can grow outdoors year-round. It withstands cold temperatures down to -30F as far north as USDA Zone 4a. A long-blooming perennial, from early summer to early fall, abundant, deep red buds open to enormous, 8-inch-diameter hot cerise flowers that pop against the lush, mid-green leaves with dark olive-green borders on cloud-shaped plants that grow to 3.5 feet tall and 4 feet wide. Not only will you enjoy this marvelous plant as a tropical flair in the garden, but the butterflies and hummingbirds will appreciate it as well. Summer in Paradise is excellent near patios, decks, and other outdoor sitting areas and living spaces, where the stunning flowers can be enjoyed up close, but also stand out remarkably well from a distance.

Growing 3.5 feet tall and 4 feet wide, the Summer In Paradise Hardy Hibiscus makes a bold and beautiful specimen in the landscape or large containers. It is imposing in groupings of three or as a colorful hedge where space allows. It makes a lovely backdrop or centerpiece in flower gardens. It's a fine addition to butterfly and hummingbird gardens, as well as for adding a tropical flair to your outdoor living spaces.

Suggested Spacing:  3.5 feet apart for hedge; 8 feet or more apart for space between plants

Hardy Hibiscus are very easy to grow. They prefer a moist but well-drained soil and plenty of sunshine, though some shade is tolerated. We suggest at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal flower production and foliage color. Plants have moderate drought tolerance when established, but during prolonged summer droughts, they will appreciate supplemental water to bloom at their best. Maintenance is minimal, requiring just one pruning a year. When new growth emerges from the base in spring, you can cut back any old stems to near the ground.

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