Add striking drama to your garden with Black Hibiscus, an heirloom variety known for its deep, dark blooms and compact growth habit. Naturally non-GMO and easy to grow, this plant thrives in garden beds, borders, and containers. Its low-maintenance growth, long-lasting flowers, and pollinator-friendly nature make it ideal for gardeners seeking resilient, visually stunning, and heirloom-quality plants that elevate any home garden.
Features & Specifications
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Plant Type: Perennial flowering shrub
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Flower Color: Deep black/dark maroon
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Growth Habit: Compact, bushy form
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Height: 12 – 18 inches
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Bloom Season: Summer to early fall
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Uses: Borders, containers, cottage gardens, pollinator gardens
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Seed Quality: Heirloom, Non-GMO, high germination rate
Planting & Sowing Instructions
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Sowing Time: Sow seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors after frost.
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Soil Requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil enriched with organic matter.
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Light Needs: Full sun to partial shade for optimal flowering.
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Sowing Depth: Sow seeds lightly on soil surface and press gently; do not cover deeply.
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Spacing: 8 – 12 inches apart for healthy growth.
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Watering: Keep soil evenly moist during germination; moderate watering once established.
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Care Tips: Remove spent flowers to encourage continuous blooms; pinch back stems to maintain compact shape.
