Seven-inch peppermint-patterned flowers make Summerific® Glitter Bomb Hibiscus one of the most distinctive hardy hibiscus introductions for late-summer color. Hibiscus ‘Glitter Bomb’ opens white-to-pale-pink blooms brushed with deeper pink markings and centered by a prominent red eye above dark olive-green foliage. The broad, rounded plant reaches about 4 to 4½ feet tall and 5½ to 6 feet wide, creating a substantial mound once established.
Summerific® Glitter Bomb Hibiscus belongs to a hardy hibiscus group developed from North American native species and is perennial in USDA zones 4 to 9. It flowers from midsummer into late summer, attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds while showing documented deer resistance. The plant tolerates wet ground once established and works well in rain gardens, moist borders, pond-side plantings, and the rear of large perennial beds. Its dense, rounded habit also makes it useful as a seasonal focal point where its tropical-scale flowers can rise above shorter summer perennials.
Summerific® Glitter Bomb Hibiscus Care
Plant Summerific® Glitter Bomb Hibiscus in spring or early fall, preferably before periods of intense summer heat, in full sun to part sun. It performs best in moist, well-drained loam but also tolerates heavier clay, sandy soils, and periodically wet sites once established. An acidic soil with a pH below 7.0 is preferred.
Water regularly during establishment, keeping the root zone evenly moist between irrigations. Established plants flower and leaf out more fully when moisture remains dependable during hot weather, particularly in drier soils. Apply a granular perennial or rose fertilizer in early spring after the ground has thawed. Mulch the root zone with 2 to 3 inches of organic material, especially during the first winter, keeping mulch away from the crown.
Leave the stems standing through fall, then cut the previous year’s growth close to the ground in spring before new shoots appear. Deadheading can improve appearance but is not required for continued flowering. Hardy hibiscus emerges late in spring, so allow extra time before assuming the crown has failed.
Summerific® Glitter Bomb Hibiscus Spacing
Space plants about 5½ to 6 feet apart to accommodate the broad mature spread. For containers, choose a substantial pot at least 20 to 24 inches wide with drainage holes and a moisture-retentive outdoor potting mix. Check container moisture frequently during summer because the large leaves and rapid seasonal growth can draw considerable water.
Summerific® Glitter Bomb Hibiscus Companion Plants
Joe Pye weed is a strong landscape companion for moist, sunny sites and extends the late-season pollinator activity around the hibiscus. Buttonbush, another native plant, suits nearby rain-garden or pond-edge plantings because it also accepts consistently moist ground and provides woody structure beyond the hibiscus growing season. In oversized containers, bacopa can trail over the rim beneath the upright hibiscus canopy and appreciates regular moisture like hibiscus.
Summerific® Glitter Bomb Hibiscus Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 9 |
| Plant Type: Perennials |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 2 - 3 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 3 - 4 Feet |
| Spacing: 3 - 4 Feet |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): White |
| Flower Description: White Shades |
| Bloom Period: Summer to Fall |
| Foliage Type: Herbaceous |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: Green Shades |
| Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering, Fall Flowering, Fall Interest |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Deer, Rabbit |
| Tolerates: Drought |
| Attracts: Hummingbirds |
| Container Role: Thriller |
| Uses: Specimen or Focal Point |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators |
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| Common Name: Summerific Cookies and Cream Hibiscus |
| Other Name(s): Rose Mallow |
| Scientific Name: Hibiscus hybrid 'Cookies and Cream' |
Compare Summerific® Hibiscus
Compare flower color, foliage, mature size, and the features that set each Summerific® hardy hibiscus apart.
| Variety | Flowers | Foliage | Mature Size | Why Choose It |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lavender-blue with red eye | Green | 5–5.5' H × 4–4.5' W | Cool-toned blooms on a tall, upright plant | |
| Bright red | Green with bronze tones | 5' H × 3.5' W | Tall, narrow habit with strong red color | |
| Blush pink with dark magenta eye | Dark green | 3.5' H × 3.5' W | Scaled-down habit with full-size 8" flowers | |
| White with deep pink veining & red eye | Dark olive with bronze tones | 4' H × 4' W | Huge, heavily patterned 8–9" flowers | |
| Creamy custard yellow with red eye | Deep green | 3.5–4' H × 3.5–4' W | Creamy yellow flowers on a compact plant | |
| White with pink peppermint pattern & red eye | Dark olive green | 4.5–5' H × 5.5–6' W | Peppermint-patterned blooms on the broadest habit | |
| Creamy yellow with red eye | Dark green | 4–4.5' H × 4–4.5' W | Early-flowering yellow selection with a rounded habit | |
| Deep scarlet red | Deep green with purple tones | 4' H × 4–5' W | Glossy scarlet flowers on a full rounded plant | |
| Deep red | Near black | 4–4.5' H × 4.5–5' W | Deep red flowers against near-black foliage | |
| Garnet red with dark eye | Olive green | 3–3.5' H × 3' W | Exceptionally compact red-flowered selection | |
| Bubblegum pink with dark red eye | Bright green | 4–4.5' H × 4–4.5' W | Strong flower coverage with bright pink color | |
| Lavender pink with red eye | Dark olive green | 3.5–4' H × 4.5–5' W | Classic lavender-pink color on a dense mound | |
| White with blush-pink edges & red eye | Bright green | 4' H × 4.5–5' W | Ruffled pinwheel flowers with a high bud count | |
| Pure white | Matte black | 2.5–3' H × 3.5–4' W | Shortest plant with dramatic black-and-white contrast | |
| Bubblegum pink with darker veining | Jet black | 3–3.5' H × 4–4.5' W | Exceptionally dark foliage on a compact plant | |
| Hot pink | Near black | 4' H × 4.5–5' W | Hot-pink flowers with near-black foliage | |
| White with pink edging & red eye | Dark purple | 3' H × 4.5–5' W | Low height with large flowers and dark foliage | |
| White with pink edges & dark red eye | Dark green | 4–4.5' H × 4.5–5' W | Pinwheel-style flowers on a tidy rounded habit |
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Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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