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Dark Mystery Hibiscus

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Light Needs

Light Needs

Partial Shade to Full Sun
(At Least 3 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height

Mature Height

5-6 Feet
Mature Spread

Mature Spread

6-11 Inches
Growing Zones

Growing Zones

4 to 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.

Quart Pot
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
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
#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
#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
#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

#5 Pot
#5 Pot

Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon

Plant Age:
~3-4 years old

Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"

Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W

Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons

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Pre-Ordered Plants

Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.

Estimated Spring Shipping Schedule

Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.

Growing Zone Estimated Ship Week
Zone 10March 31th
Zone 9March 31st
Zone 8April 7th
Zone 7April 14th
Zone 6bApril 21st
Zone 6aApril 28th
Zone 5bMay 5th
Zone 5aMay 12th
Zone 4May 19th
Zone 3May 26th

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Shipping Destinations

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This plant cannot be shipped to the following states: Idaho, AK, HI. These restrictions apply only to this specific plant due to agricultural regulations or other limitations. Other plants may still be available for shipping to these states.

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