A variegated leaf hardy hibiscus with 7″ magenta pink flowers. Each leaf has a narrow cream margin and the edges have a hint of blush. Grows best in full sun with consistently moist to wet soil. Mulch well the first winter and do not cut back until spring. Very slow to break dormancy, often not until late May.4 – 4 1/2′ Botanical Name- Hibiscus Summer Carnival Pronunciation- hih-BIS-kus Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- Mature Height- Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Evenly moist, average, well drained Current Size- 2 Bloom Color- Magenta pink Bloom Time- Mid summer Companion Plants- Coreopsis verticillata ‘Zagreb’ – vibrant pink vs bright yellow Fauna Attracted- Bees (bumble, honey), hummingbirds Plant Habit- Perennial
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – PP25 Yearly Care Instructions- Prune in late winter or early spring; keep soil consistently moist and fertilize in spring. Trimming Instructions- Cut back hardy types in late winter. Deadhead during blooming. Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced or slightly higher phosphate fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14 or 5-10-5) in spring; moderate to high feeding need. Loosen clay and water well for big blooms. Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-tone Possible Issues- Japanese beetles, aphids, rust
