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Summerific Holy Grail Hibiscus is a hardy version and will look great in your yard! It has almost black foliage that is paired with large deep red blooms. This one brings hummingbirds to your yard while looking amazing. This award winner is native to North America and resistant to deer.
The foliage is as interesting as the blooms. It is deep near-black in color and provides fall interest. The blooms are a large eight to nine inches and deep red. This upright perennial falls into the tall category reaching a height of forty-eight to fifty-four inches tall and fifty-four to sixty inches wide. The Summerific Holy Grail Hibiscus has a long bloom season that lasts from summer to fall. This hibiscus makes an unforgettable focal point. It is a great border plant, and does well in mass planting. Plant in containers as a thriller or spiller.
Summerific Holy Grail Hibiscus Care
Plant in full sun to part sun, ensuring it receives four to six hours of sun per day. Water needs are average. Soil should be well-drained and moist. Plant your Summerific Holy Grail Hibiscus in acidic soil. It is tolerant to all types of soil. Trim down in the spring prior to new growth. Apply slow release fertilizer in the spring. Mulching in the winter can be beneficial.
Summerific Holy Grail Hibiscus Spacing
The Summerific Holy Grail Hibiscus grows to be 48”-54” inches tall, spacing is important when used for border or mass planting. Spacing for this plant should be 54”- 60” inches, center on center.
Summerific Holy Grail Hibiscus Plant Facts
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9 |
| Flower Color(s): Red |
| Bloom Period: Summer to Fall |
| Foliage Color(s): Black |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun |
| Height Class: Tall |
| Height: 4-4.5 Feet |
| Spread: 4.5-5 Feet |
| Spacing: 4.5-5 Feet |
| Habit: Upright |
| Watering: Average |
| Drought Tolerant: No |
| Resists: Deer |
| Attracts: Hummingbirds |
| Features: Fall Interest; Long Blooming |
| Scientific Name: Summerific® Holy Grail Hibiscus hybrid USPPAF |
| Common Name: Summerific® Holy Grail Hibiscus |
| Other Name(s): Rose Mallow; Hardy Perennial Hibiscus; Swamp Mallow |
| Brand: Proven Winners |
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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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.
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
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
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
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
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
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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