- Partial Shade to Full Sun (3+ Hours Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 3 - 3.5 Feet
- Mature Width 3.5 - 4 Feet
- Growing Zones 4-9
If you are looking for a bit of the tropics for your garden, Summer in Paradise hardy hibiscus is the perfect choice. Although a North America native perennial, the large flowers convey an exotic tropical look and feel. Deep red buds unfurl to 7 to 8 inch wide flowers with overlapping petals. Summer in Paradise blooms top to bottom, an improvement over many older varieties, which have flowers only at the top.
Also called rose mallow, Summer in Paradise gets about 4 feet tall and wide. Consider using it as a summer shrub. These sun-loving plants prefer moist, well-drained soil. Regular watering will keep Summer in Paradise blooming. Butterflies visit this plant, which starts blooming in midsummer and keeps the show into early fall. Hardy hibiscus is deer resistant.
Summer in Paradise Hibiscus Care
Grow in full sun. This would be a good selection for a sunny spot in your landscape that may stay wet for a few days, or a rain garden. In nature, this species grows along the banks of rivers and creeks. Each flower lasts a day and removing spent blooms keeps the plant tidy. Hardy hibiscus is one of the last perennials to break ground, so don’t worry if you don’t see new growth until late spring or early summer. The perennial’s fast growth makes up for any lost time. Mulching well the first winter is recommended.
Cut back to the ground in late fall or early spring. Loppers will probably work better than hand pruners for cutting the stems. Be on the lookout for a couple of insects on hardy hibiscus. Japanese beetles and hibiscus sawfly favor these plants. Knock off the beetles into a bucket of soapy water and dump the water. Inspect the undersides of the leaves for sawfly larva and brush them off or remove heavily infested leaves.
Summer in Paradise Hibiscus Spacing
Use it as a thriller in a summer pot. Space about 40 inches apart in the landscape. Use as a specimen plant in a perennial garden or mixed in with shrubs.
Summer in Paradise Hibiscus Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9 |
| Plant Type: Perennial |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun |
| Mature Height: 3 - 3.5 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 3.5 - 4 Feet |
| Mature Spacing: 3.5 - 4 Feet |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Pink |
| Flower Description: Hot Cerise Red |
| Bloom Period: Midsummer to early fall |
| Foliage Type: Herbaceous |
| Foliage Color(s): Medium Green |
| Foliage Description: Maple-like leaves that quickly fill in the habit to keep it appearing full and refined |
| Seasonal Interest: Mid Summer Late Summer Early Fall |
| Attracts: Butterflies |
| Resists: Deer |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Deadheading Not Necessary, Low Maintenance, Native to North America |
| Uses: Border Plant Specimen or Focal Point |
| Plant Brand: Proven Winners |
| Scientific Name: Hibiscus hybrid USPP 28,730 |
- SKU:
- HIBPA
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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Winter
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Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
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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