Summerific® Berry Awesome Hardy Hibiscus

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Summerific® Berry Awesome Hardy Hibiscus

Hibiscus x Summerific® 'Berry Awesome'

Category: Deciduous Shrub • Hibiscus

Discover the vibrant Summerific® Berry Awesome Hardy Hibiscus, perfect for borders and attracting pollinators.

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Mature Height: 3-4 feet

Mature Width: 3-4 feet

Bloom Color: Magenta

Bloom Time: Summer

Light: Sun

Zone: Zones 4-9

Maintenance: Moderate

Growth Rate: Moderate

Season of Interest: Summer

Foliage: Deciduous

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Designed & Reviewed by

Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Summerific® Berry Awesome Hardy Hibiscus features large, vibrant magenta flowers with a dark center, adding a stunning focal point to gardens. This perennial thrives in sunny locations and attracts pollinators.

Ideal Conditions

Prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Requires moderate moisture and can tolerate a range of soil types.

Soil Preferences

Well-drained soil is ideal, with moderate moisture levels. Adaptable to various pH levels.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

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Special Features

Largevibrant flowersattracts pollinators

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators and provides habitat.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant once established.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for adding color to gardens and landscapes. Works well in mixed borders.

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