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The sumptuous dark foliage of the Summerific® Cookies and Cream Rose Mallow provides the perfect backdrop for its pure white flowers. This Hibiscus hybrid 'Cookies and Cream' might be smaller than other mallows but it certainly doesn’t lack impact when it blooms. Growing to around 3 feet tall, it has a long blooming season that will not disappoint.
Originally from North America, the Summerific® Cookies and Cream Rose Mallow is considered winter hardy in zones 4 to 9. It might come into leaf slightly later than others in the spring, but it is so worth the wait. Being deer resistant, it is ideal for rural areas and is known to attract hummingbirds. This shrub is perfect for adding color to a border or creating a focal point.
Summerific® Cookies and Cream Hibiscus Care
Although able to tolerate partial shade, the Summerific® Cookies and Cream grows best in full sun. It favors fertile soil that is moist, yet free draining. It prefers consistent moisture, so frequent irrigation, especially for the first two growing seasons is key. To support its long blooming season, you can apply a potassium-rich feed from early summer.
Regular deadheading will help provide a neat and tidy appearance. In the spring, you can remove any old foliage before new growth begins. Mulching annually with compost will help give the plant a boost and conserve moisture over the hottest months.
Summerific® Cookies and Cream Hibiscus Spacing
When mature, the Summerific® Cookies and Cream Hibiscus can grow to a maximum of 3 feet tall and 4 feet wide. A spacing of 42 - 48 inches between plants is recommended to allow each plant to mature and thrive.
Summerific® Cookies and Cream Hibiscus Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 9 |
| Plant Type: Perennials |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 2 - 3 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 3 - 4 Feet |
| Spacing: 3 - 4 Feet |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): White |
| Flower Description: White Shades |
| Bloom Period: Summer to Fall |
| Foliage Type: Herbaceous |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: Green Shades |
| Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering, Fall Flowering, Fall Interest |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Deer, Rabbit |
| Tolerates: Drought |
| Attracts: Hummingbirds |
| Container Role: Thriller |
| Uses: Specimen or Focal Point |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators |
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| Common Name: Summerific Cookies and Cream Hibiscus |
| Other Name(s): Rose Mallow |
| Scientific Name: Hibiscus hybrid 'Cookies and Cream' |
Compare Summerific® Hibiscus
Compare flower color, foliage, mature size, and the features that set each Summerific® hardy hibiscus apart.
| Variety | Flowers | Foliage | Mature Size | Why Choose It |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lavender-blue with red eye | Green | 5–5.5' H × 4–4.5' W | Cool-toned blooms on a tall, upright plant | |
| Bright red | Green with bronze tones | 5' H × 3.5' W | Tall, narrow habit with strong red color | |
| Blush pink with dark magenta eye | Dark green | 3.5' H × 3.5' W | Scaled-down habit with full-size 8" flowers | |
| White with deep pink veining & red eye | Dark olive with bronze tones | 4' H × 4' W | Huge, heavily patterned 8–9" flowers | |
| Creamy custard yellow with red eye | Deep green | 3.5–4' H × 3.5–4' W | Creamy yellow flowers on a compact plant | |
| White with pink peppermint pattern & red eye | Dark olive green | 4.5–5' H × 5.5–6' W | Peppermint-patterned blooms on the broadest habit | |
| Creamy yellow with red eye | Dark green | 4–4.5' H × 4–4.5' W | Early-flowering yellow selection with a rounded habit | |
| Deep scarlet red | Deep green with purple tones | 4' H × 4–5' W | Glossy scarlet flowers on a full rounded plant | |
| Deep red | Near black | 4–4.5' H × 4.5–5' W | Deep red flowers against near-black foliage | |
| Garnet red with dark eye | Olive green | 3–3.5' H × 3' W | Exceptionally compact red-flowered selection | |
| Bubblegum pink with dark red eye | Bright green | 4–4.5' H × 4–4.5' W | Strong flower coverage with bright pink color | |
| Lavender pink with red eye | Dark olive green | 3.5–4' H × 4.5–5' W | Classic lavender-pink color on a dense mound | |
| White with blush-pink edges & red eye | Bright green | 4' H × 4.5–5' W | Ruffled pinwheel flowers with a high bud count | |
| Pure white | Matte black | 2.5–3' H × 3.5–4' W | Shortest plant with dramatic black-and-white contrast | |
| Bubblegum pink with darker veining | Jet black | 3–3.5' H × 4–4.5' W | Exceptionally dark foliage on a compact plant | |
| Hot pink | Near black | 4' H × 4.5–5' W | Hot-pink flowers with near-black foliage | |
| White with pink edging & red eye | Dark purple | 3' H × 4.5–5' W | Low height with large flowers and dark foliage | |
| White with pink edges & dark red eye | Dark green | 4–4.5' H × 4.5–5' W | Pinwheel-style flowers on a tidy rounded habit |
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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.
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
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
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
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
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
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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