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Hibiscus ‘Midnight Marvel’ (Rose Mallow)

Rose Mallow 'Midnight Marvel', Hardy Hibiscus 'Midnight Marvel'

Hibiscus 'Midnight Marvel', Rose Mallow 'Midnight Marvel', Shrub Althea 'Midnight Marvel',Flowering Shrub, Red flowers, Red Hibiscus, Dark Foliage
Hibiscus 'Midnight Marvel', Rose Mallow 'Midnight Marvel', Shrub Althea 'Midnight Marvel',Flowering Shrub, Red flowers, Red Hibiscus, Dark Foliage

Noted for its dark foliage and long blooming season, Hibiscus ‘Midnight Marvel’ (Rose Mallow) is a compact, well-branched, herbaceous perennial with extremely large, deep scarlet red flowers, up to 9 in. across (22 cm). The eye-catching blossoms open from abundant, glossy, black-red flower buds which cover the plant, 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 thick and leathery, deep wine purple foliage of maple-like leaves. Perfect backdrop or centerpiece for a sunny border.

  • Typically grows up to 4 ft. tall (120 cm) and 4-5 ft. wide (120-150 cm).
  • Thrives in full sun in average, medium to wet soils. Tolerates some light shade but best flower production and disease resistance occur in full sun.
  • Prefers consistently moist, organically rich soils. Keeping this hibiscus watered will result in larger flowers and lush foliage. 
  • Site in locations protected from wind to minimize the risk of wind burn.
  • Plant in perennial borders for dramatic summer blooms. Great along streams or ponds, in bog gardens or in rain gardens.
  • Keep an eye out for blight, canker, rust, leaf spots, aphids, scale, whiteflies and Japanese beetle. Deer resistant.
  • Deadhead spent flowers to maintain a neat appearance.
  • Cut down in spring before new growth appears.
  • It is best to plant Hibiscus in the garden before the heat of the summer arrives, and should be heavily mulched the first winter.

Requirements

Hardiness 4 - 9
Climate Zones 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 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 Perennials
Plant Family Malvaceae
Genus Hibiscus
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Summer (Mid, Late)
Fall
Height 3' - 4'
(90cm - 120cm)
Spread 4' - 5'
(120cm - 150cm)
Spacing 48" - 60"
(120cm - 150cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average, High
Soil Type Clay, Loam
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Moisture Retentive
Characteristics Showy
Tolerance Deer, Wet Soil
Attracts Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Garden Uses Beds And Borders, Bog Gardens, Patio And Containers, Ponds And Streams, Rain Gardens
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage
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Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Hula Girl, Hula Girl Hibiscus, Tropical Hibiscus 'Hula Girl', Chinese Hibiscus 'Hula Girl', Yellow Hibiscus, Bicolor Hibiscus
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Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Cooperi, Cooperi Hibiscus, Tropical Hibiscus 'Cooperi', Chinese Hibiscus 'Cooperi', Rose Mallow 'Cooperi', Variegated Hibiscus, Flowering Shrub, Red flowers, Red Hibiscus
Hibiscus 'Lord Baltimore', Lord Baltimore Hibiscus, Rose Mallow 'Lord Baltimore', Hardy Hibiscus 'Lord Baltimore', Red Hibiscus
Hibiscus 'Kopper King', Kopper King Hibiscus, Rose Mallow 'Kopper King', Hardy Hibiscus 'Kopper King', Pink Hibiscus, Dark foliage Hibiscus

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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.
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Requirements

Hardiness 4 - 9
Climate Zones 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 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 Perennials
Plant Family Malvaceae
Genus Hibiscus
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Summer (Mid, Late)
Fall
Height 3' - 4'
(90cm - 120cm)
Spread 4' - 5'
(120cm - 150cm)
Spacing 48" - 60"
(120cm - 150cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average, High
Soil Type Clay, Loam
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Moisture Retentive
Characteristics Showy
Tolerance Deer, Wet Soil
Attracts Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Garden Uses Beds And Borders, Bog Gardens, Patio And Containers, Ponds And Streams, Rain Gardens
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage
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