Ballet Slippers Hibiscus – HIBISCUS ‘Ballet Slippers’ PP29896 CPBR5820. 4′ tall, 4 ½-5′ spread, full sun-part shade, midsummer-early fall bloom. Near white flowers with a deep red eye feature edges which are dusted with a blush pink. Heavily overlapping petals create a pinwheel effect on the huge 7″ wide, ruffled flowers. Bright green leaves with slightly serrated edges create a polished, upright habit. Flowers are produced from the top to the bottom of the plant. Attracts hummingbirds and is bee friendly. Deer resistant. Zones 4-9. Potted in 3″ pot.
Hibiscus love the sun and need moist, well-drained soil. Keeping these plants watered will result in larger flowers and lush foliage. Deadheading will improve the appearance of the plant. It is best to plant Hibiscus in the garden before the heat of the summer arrives, and should be heavily mulched the first winter. In spring, cut back any remaining stems before new growth appears. A strong pair of loppers or a saw will be necessary to cut this plant back. Be advised that Hibiscus is always one of the last perennials to emerge in spring. Its vigorous growth rate more than makes up for this late start, however. Japanese beetles find these plants especially delicious.
Garden Style:
Cottage, Eclectic, Rain Garden
Other Features:
Bog Plant, Border Plant, Specimen, Focal Point
