The Summerific® 'Valentine's Crush' Rose Mallow Hibiscus hybrid is a truly breathtaking choice for any garden, showcasing its remarkable visual appeal. Hibiscus 'Valentine's Crush' PP35170 CPBRAF, is a part of the renowned SUMMERIFIC® Collection. This beautiful perennial hibiscus is beloved by garden enthusiasts of all ages for its large cherry-red blooms and unique dark bronze foliage. These stunning native plants produce exquisite, tropical-like flowers that can thrive even in zone 4. These plants have a remarkable growth rate, quickly adding an inch of new growth each day, even though they may not appear as early in the spring as other perennials. Skilled in adding a vibrant touch to gardens as the season comes to a close.
Large 7" Bright Cherry-red Flowers that cover the plant completely!
Planting Tips for Hibiscus:
- Choose a location with well-draining soil and ample sunlight for optimal growth and blooming.
- Dig a hole twice the width of the plant's root ball and ensure the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface when planting.
- Space multiple Luna Hibiscus Rose plants approximately 2 to 3 feet apart to allow for proper air circulation and growth.
Watering Hibiscus:
- Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during the plant's active growth period.
- Water deeply and thoroughly, ensuring the water reaches the plant's root zone.
- Avoid overhead watering to prevent fungal diseases, instead, use a soaker hose or drip irrigation system.
- Use our Moisture Maxx non-ionic wetting agent in periods of drought. Free with any order over $99.
Mulching Hibiscus:
- Apply a layer of organic mulch to your Hibiscus, such as bark chips or shredded leaves, around the base of the plant to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.
- Maintain a mulch layer approximately 2 to 3 inches thick, being careful not to pile mulch against the Hibiscus plant's stem, which can lead to rot.
Pruning Hibiscus :
- Prune 'Valentine's Crush' Hibiscus in late winter or early spring to remove dead or damaged branches and encourage new growth.
- Use sharp, clean pruning should maintain its compact and tidy appearance, but avoid excessive pruning, which can reduce flowering.
Fertilizing Guidelines for Hibiscus:
- Feed 'Valentine's Crush' Hibiscus with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer formulated for flowering shrubs in early spring, use what we use, HI-COTE 360 day fertilizer following our simple instructions.
- Alternatively, use a water-soluble fertilizer Like Dr. Joe's diluted to half strength every 4 to 6 weeks during the growing season to promote lush foliage and abundant blooms.
- Avoid over-fertilizing, as this can lead to excessive vegetative growth at the expense of flowering.
Ordering:
Our processing time usually is 1-3 days after receiving the order. Orders taken after 4:00 pm on Wednesday through Sunday will be shipped the following Monday.
Shipping:
The Plant Factory, Inc. offers the very best shipping processes to ensure quick, safe, and near-perfect results every time. Cold and heat may deter your order temporarily until it is safe to receive and plant your plants/trees in your area. At our discretion, we will hold order till the threat is gone ensuring you with the healthiest-viable product ordered.
Summer - Above 95 degrees | Winter - Below 34 degrees
Plant Highlight
- Growing Zone: 4-9
- Plant Brand: Proven Winners®
- Botanical Name: Summerific® 'Valentine's Crush' Hibiscus hybrid USPP 35,170, Can PBRAF
- Foliage Color: Green to Bronze
- Flower Color: Rose Single, 7-8" in size
- Flower Fragrance: NA
- Fall Color: Yes
- Type: Perennial
- Mature Height: 4-5'
- Mature Width: 3-3.5'
- Growth Rate: Fast
- Exposure: Sun
- Soil Needs: Moist well drained, needs moisture during winter
- Water Needs: Occasionally, like moisture
- Pollinator Friendly: Bees, butterflies, beneficials
- Resistant: Deer
- Pruning Needs: Late fall/early spring
- Awards:
- Grown by: The Plant Factory
- Photo: Walter's Garden
- Pollinator Friendly: Yes
- Deer Resistant: Yes
- Pet Friendly: Yes
- Reblooming: Yes
- Cold and Heat Tolerant: Yes
Note: We put pictures and videos on our site to best represent our products, as an example of our quality as a grower. You may, however receive a smaller or larger plant than pictured depending on the season you buy. You may or may not get a plant blooming as shown on our site. We usually trim off blooms because they do not ship well. Your purchase of our plants should be considered an investment in your future garden and enjoy the process of growing it to its full potential.
