Hibiscus 'Ballet Slippers' (Rose Mallow)
Rose Mallow 'Ballet Slippers', Hardy Hibiscus 'Ballet Slippers', Summerific Collection
Noted for its abundant flower buds and long blooming season, Hibiscus 'Ballet Slippers' (Rose Mallow) is an upright, well-branched, deciduous shrub with large, white flowers, up to 7 in. across (17 cm), adorned with a brilliant red eye. The delicately ruffled, overlapping petals are edged with blush pink. The wonderful blossoms open from abundant flower buds which cover the plant all the way up the stems, making it bloom for much longer than most Hibiscus. Blooming continuously from midsummer to fall, each flower lasts about one day and stands out against the bright green leaves with slightly serrated edges. Perfect backdrop or centerpiece for a sunny border. Great for containers too.
- Typically grows up to 4 ft. tall (120 cm) with a spread of 4-5 ft. (120-150 cm).
- A full sun to part shade lover, this plant is best grown in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils.
- Fairly pest and disease free. Watch for aphids, mealybugs and thrips. Deer resistant.
- Plant in shrub borders or large containers for dramatic summer blooms.
- Cut it down in spring before new growth appears.
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Requirements
| Hardiness | 4
– 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 1
– 8 |
| Climate Zones | 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Hibiscus |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Mid,Late) Fall |
| Height | 3' – 4' (90cm – 120cm) |
| Spread | 4' – 5' (120cm – 150cm) |
| Spacing | 60" (150cm) |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Deer |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 4
– 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 1
– 8 |
| Climate Zones | 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Hibiscus |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Mid,Late) Fall |
| Height | 3' – 4' (90cm – 120cm) |
| Spread | 4' – 5' (120cm – 150cm) |
| Spacing | 60" (150cm) |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Deer |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage |
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