- Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 3 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 5 - 6 Feet
- Mature Spread 5 - 6 Feet
- Growing Zones 4 - 9
Big, showy hibiscus flowers are not just for the tropics! Hardy perennial hibiscus like the Hibiscus Dark Mystery bring their blooms to much colder sites. The Dark Mystery blossoms are massive, light pink flowers with a dark red eye and can reach a diameter of 9 inches. The Dark Mystery also features dark maroon, heart-shaped leaves that ensure the shrub stays eye-catching even when no flowers are present.
A superior performer, the Dark Mystery hibiscus is slower to emerge than other perennials in spring but makes up for it with a rapid growth rate, making them an excellent addition for summer and fall interest. As a showstopper, this hibiscus works well as a specimen or focal point. Planted in a row, it also makes an attractive, interesting border. Additionally, it attracts butterflies and bees but offers resistance to deer.
Hibiscus Dark Mystery Care
The Dark Mystery performs best in a site with full sun but can tolerate a bit of shade as long as there is a minimum of 4 hours of direct sunlight daily. In colder areas, a good layer of mulch is highly recommended for the first winter after planting to ensure roots do not suffer. This hardy hibiscus prefers a planting area with moist, well-drained acidic soil but can tolerate poorer soils. It has medium water needs; check soil around the shrub regularly during the first year or two following planting and whenever there is an extended dry spell.
Use a strong lopper or saw to cut back any stems in early spring before new growth emerges. Deadhead the hibiscus after blooms fade to maintain an attractive, tidy appearance.
Hibiscus Dark Mystery Spacing
The Hibiscus Dark Mystery has a height and spread of about 5 feet, so give these plants a minimum of 3 feet of space on all sides or more if you want to make it a solid focal point or specimen plant. This hardy hibiscus can be grown in a container that is 3 gallons or larger and has ample drain holes.
Dark Mystery Hibiscus Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 9 |
| Plant Type: |
| Light Exposure: Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 3 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 5 - 6 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 5 - 6 Inches |
| Spacing: 5 - 6 Inches |
| Habit: Clumping |
| Flower Color(s): Pink, Purple, Red, White |
| Flower Description: |
| Bloom Period: |
| Foliage Type: Deciduous, Herbaceous |
| Foliage Color(s): Black, Green |
| Foliage Description: |
| Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering, Fall Flowering |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Deer |
| Tolerates: Salt |
| Attracts: Bees, Butterflies |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Borders, Mass Planting, Specimen or Focal Point, Wildlife Gardens |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Native to North America |
| Brand: Plants That Work |
| Common Name: Dark Mystery Hibiscus |
| Other Name(s): |
| Scientific Name: HIBISCUS `DARK MYSTERY` |
- SKU:
- 1231013693-pc
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
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Summer
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Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
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