Pot Size: 1 Gallon Pot
- Huge, dinner plate-sized flowers
- Dark, purple-black foliage
- Great in wet areas
- Begins shipping in June
This is a standout performer in the garden! 'Holy Grail' adds a wonderful richness to the garden with its almost black, oval shaped foliage. The incredibly large flowers are 8" - 9" across and deep red in color. These blossoms give way to bright green calyxes that contrast the dark folaige nicely. U.S. native hybrid.
Uses: Bogs, Borders, Cottage Gardens, Landscapes, Naturalizing, Rain Gardens, Specimen
Nature Attraction: Bees, Butterflies
Critter Resistant: Deer
Notable Features: Large Flowers, Rapid Growth, Heat Tolerant, Native
Growth Habit: Upright, Bushy
Homeowner Growing Tips: Plant in moist, well-drained soil in full sun. Keeping the plants well-watered will result in larger flowers and lush foliage. Deadhead to improve the appearance of the plant. Mulch for protection in winter. Cut back remaining stems to 3" - 4" in spring before new growth emerges. Hibiscus emerges late in spring, so don't be alarmed if you don't see it right away. It will grow quickly and soon make up for its late start. Apply a balanced fertilizer after growth begins. Watch for Japanese beetles that like to eat this plant.
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