Hibiscus SUMMERIFIC® Cookies and Cream
SUMMERIFIC® Cookies and Cream Rose Mallow
SUMMERIFIC® Cookies and Cream Rose Mallow
Exposure
- Sun
Rusticity
Bloom time
- August
- September
- Dark burgundy foliage
- Huge flowers
- Abundant flowers
- Attracts butterflies
- Attracts pollinators and butterflies
Treat yourself to a unique floral spectacle with the Hibiscus SUMMERIFIC® 'Cookies and Cream', an exceptional variety from the Proven Winners collection. This perennial hibiscus stands out with its striking contrast between dark foliage and pure white flowers, creating a true focal point in your garden.
Features:
- Habit: Bushy and compact, ideal for flower beds and borders.
- Flowers: Huge white flowers 15-20 cm in diameter, without the typical red eye of hibiscus. Abundant flowering from mid-summer until the first frost.
- Foliage: Deeply cut leaves, intense purplish-black, creating a dramatic backdrop for the white flowers.
- Mature size: 75-90 cm in height and 100-120 cm in width.
- Hardiness: Zone 4, resistant to Quebec winters.
- Resistance: Low susceptibility to diseases and pests.
- Sunlight: Full sun for darker foliage and optimal flowering.
- Soil: Prefers rich, moist, well-drained soil. Tolerates clay soils.
Uses:
- Beds: Creates a spectacular focal point thanks to its striking contrast.
- Borders: Structures flower beds and adds a touch of exoticism.
- Large containers: Ideal for sunny terraces and balconies.
Growing tips:
- Planting: Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth. Amend the soil with compost. Water thoroughly after planting.
- Watering: Keep the soil moist, especially during dry periods.
- Maintenance: Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Prune in spring before new growth appears.
- Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer in spring and summer.
- Winter protection: Mulch the base to protect the roots from frost.
Plant details
Dimensions
Dimensions
Characteristics
Characteristics
Habit:
- Upright
Flowering colours:
- White
Plant needs
Plant needs
Watering:
- Medium
- Let the soil dry between waterings. Does not like drought.
Maintenance:
- Removed damaged parts early in spring.
Soil requirement:
- Well-drained soil
- Moist
Features
Features
Resistance:
- White-tailed deer
Attract:
- Butterflies
- Pollinators
Use:
- Butterfly garden
- Clumps
- Flowerbeds
- Detached
- Bog garden
- Borders
Attribute:
- Impressive flowers
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