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Dark Mystery Hardy Hibiscus - America's Gardens Nursery

Dark Mystery Hardy Hibiscus

$49.99

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Description

Hibiscus ‘Dark Mystery’ boasts near‑black, wine-purple leaves that form a rich, rounded backdrop for exceptionally large flowers, each measuring 8-9″ across. Beginning in mid‑summer and continuing into early fall, pure white petals unfurl to reveal a deep cherry-red eye and dusky pink veining, creating bold contrast that turns heads in any garden setting

Care

‘Dark Mystery’ excels in full sun to part shade and demands moist, well‑drained soil to thrive. Regular watering supports its rapid summer growth and abundant bloom production. As temperatures rise, the robust stems carry flower after flower, forming a spectacular display. While hardy in Zones 4-9, it benefits from a thick layer of mulch in winter and pruning in spring to tidy up last season’s stems.


Growth Habit

This rose mallow reaches approximately 5 to 5½ feet tall with a similar spread. Its vigorous, clump-forming growth and fast daily shoot extension make it ideal as a focal point in cottage-style gardens, rain gardens, or mixed borders. Flowers appear all along the stems, creating a cascade of blooms from top to bottom 

Toxicity

While not typically toxic to pets or humans, ingestion of any plant material may cause mild symptoms; keep curious animals away from foliage and blooms. Deer and rabbits generally avoid Hibiscus ‘Dark Mystery’, making it a reliable, low-maintenance option for ornamental gardens.

Satisfaction

Plant size and shape may differ from what is pictured.

For mail orders: Plants may go through shock during shipping. Upon arrival, take the plant out and water it thoroughly. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please notify us via email at sales@amgardens.com and include a photo(s) within 24 hours of plant arrival.

For in store purchases: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please call us at 423-870-5000 or return the plant in its original pot/condition within 3 days. Trees and shrubs have a 6 month warranty (exceptions may apply), but we highly encourage you to give us a call or email if you notice issues with your plant. We'd love to help you figure out what's wrong and save your plant! 

Shipping

Orders are shipped on Wednesdays and Thursdays; if your order is placed on a Wednesday, it may not ship until the following Wednesday. During peak season there may be delays in shipping. If it is too hot or cold, we suggest ordering during milder months to ensure plants arrive in best condition.
Description

Hibiscus ‘Dark Mystery’ boasts near‑black, wine-purple leaves that form a rich, rounded backdrop for exceptionally large flowers, each measuring 8-9″ across. Beginning in mid‑summer and continuing into early fall, pure white petals unfurl to reveal a deep cherry-red eye and dusky pink veining, creating bold contrast that turns heads in any garden setting

Care

‘Dark Mystery’ excels in full sun to part shade and demands moist, well‑drained soil to thrive. Regular watering supports its rapid summer growth and abundant bloom production. As temperatures rise, the robust stems carry flower after flower, forming a spectacular display. While hardy in Zones 4-9, it benefits from a thick layer of mulch in winter and pruning in spring to tidy up last season’s stems.


Growth Habit

This rose mallow reaches approximately 5 to 5½ feet tall with a similar spread. Its vigorous, clump-forming growth and fast daily shoot extension make it ideal as a focal point in cottage-style gardens, rain gardens, or mixed borders. Flowers appear all along the stems, creating a cascade of blooms from top to bottom 

Toxicity

While not typically toxic to pets or humans, ingestion of any plant material may cause mild symptoms; keep curious animals away from foliage and blooms. Deer and rabbits generally avoid Hibiscus ‘Dark Mystery’, making it a reliable, low-maintenance option for ornamental gardens.

Satisfaction

Plant size and shape may differ from what is pictured.

For mail orders: Plants may go through shock during shipping. Upon arrival, take the plant out and water it thoroughly. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please notify us via email at sales@amgardens.com and include a photo(s) within 24 hours of plant arrival.

For in store purchases: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please call us at 423-870-5000 or return the plant in its original pot/condition within 3 days. Trees and shrubs have a 6 month warranty (exceptions may apply), but we highly encourage you to give us a call or email if you notice issues with your plant. We'd love to help you figure out what's wrong and save your plant! 

Shipping

Orders are shipped on Wednesdays and Thursdays; if your order is placed on a Wednesday, it may not ship until the following Wednesday. During peak season there may be delays in shipping. If it is too hot or cold, we suggest ordering during milder months to ensure plants arrive in best condition.