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Head Over Heels® Desire Hibiscus
Hibiscus moscheutos 'RutHib4' PPAF
Pronunciation: hi-BIS-kus mos-KEW-tos
SKU #45066
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Keep soil consistently moist.
SIZE:
Quickly reaches 3 ft. tall, 4 ft. wide.
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| Description | A true show-stopper, true-red summer flowers pop against deep burgundy foliage. Quickly fills in empty spaces and forms a large, dense, shrubby form if given full sun. Provides a dramatic tropical look on a cold-hardy herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Burgundy |
| Companion Plants | Salvia (Salvia); Coneflower (Echinacea); Beardtongue (Penstemon); Bee Balm (Monarda); Butterfly Bush (Buddleja) |
| Care Instructions | Provide enriched, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly to maintain moist soil. Fertilize in early spring and regularly during the growing season. Remove spent blooms for a tidy appearance, and pinch stems back to promote bushier growth. Can be hard pruned to the ground in late winter to early spring. |
Details
| Description | A true show-stopper, true-red summer flowers pop against deep burgundy foliage. Quickly fills in empty spaces and forms a large, dense, shrubby form if given full sun. Provides a dramatic tropical look on a cold-hardy herbaceous perennial. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Burgundy |
| Companion Plants | Salvia (Salvia); Coneflower (Echinacea); Beardtongue (Penstemon); Bee Balm (Monarda); Butterfly Bush (Buddleja) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide enriched, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly to maintain moist soil. Fertilize in early spring and regularly during the growing season. Remove spent blooms for a tidy appearance, and pinch stems back to promote bushier growth. Can be hard pruned to the ground in late winter to early spring. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Head Over Heels® Desire Hibiscus produce flowers?
Summer
Is Head Over Heels® Desire Hibiscus evergreen or deciduous?
Head Over Heels® Desire Hibiscus is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Head Over Heels® Desire Hibiscus?
Head Over Heels® Desire Hibiscus is Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing.
How fast does Head Over Heels® Desire Hibiscus grow?
Head Over Heels® Desire Hibiscus has a Fast growth rate.
Where can I use Head Over Heels® Desire Hibiscus in my landscape?
Head Over Heels® Desire Hibiscus is suitable for: Border.
What color are Head Over Heels® Desire Hibiscus flowers?
Head Over Heels® Desire Hibiscus produces Red flowers.
What color is the foliage of Head Over Heels® Desire Hibiscus?
Head Over Heels® Desire Hibiscus has Burgundy foliage.
What plants grow well with Head Over Heels® Desire Hibiscus?
Good companion plants for Head Over Heels® Desire Hibiscus include: Salvia (Salvia); Coneflower (Echinacea); Beardtongue (Penstemon); Bee Balm (Monarda); Butterfly Bush (Buddleja).
How do I care for Head Over Heels® Desire Hibiscus?
Provide enriched, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly to maintain moist soil. Fertilize in early spring and regularly during the growing season. Remove spent blooms for a tidy appearance, and pinch stems back to promote bushier growth. Can be hard pruned to the ground in late winter to early spring.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.