Perennial – Midnight Marvel Rose Mallow

Midnight Marvel Rose Mallow 

Botanical name: hibiscus ‘midnight marvel’ PP24079

Beginner friendly?: moderate 

Average size at maturity: 4-4 ½ ft in height and in spread 

Hardy zone: zones 4-9 

Growth rate: reaches fully mature size in 1-2 growing seasons 

Foliage color: dark purple 

Flower color: red/pink

Bloom time:  summer, fall 

Pruning instructions: cut all wilting stems back to 3-6 inches off of the ground in the late winter/early spring as the plant exits dormancy 

Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings during the spring and summer months 

Landscape use: focal point, borders, container plant, pollinator garden, tropical landscape 

Special features: deer resistant, attracts pollinators, long-lasting blooms 

Light needs: at least 6 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow the top first inch of soil to dry out between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : use a slow-release balanced fertilizer once a year in the early spring as the plant exits dormancy 

Best time to plant: spring 

Best type of soil:  loam, clay 

Companion plants: coneflower, black-eyed susan, salvia 

Toxicity level: mildly toxic for humans and pets 

Invasive species: no