Summerific^® 'Holy Grail' Rose Mallow Hibiscus hybrid

I purchased 2 of these from Proven Winners website last summer. They came beautifully packaged and cared for directly from the grower. They were quite small but reasonably sized for the price. I put them in the ground immediately even though it was later in the summer. They did double in size but no flowers the first year. I was excited to see them suddenly sprout in early June. They are still smaller than their maximum about 3.5 feet tall and a little sparse. I think they need another year or two to fill out. But when they started blooming this year it was just glorious. Huge dark red blooms as advertised and full of buds even though the shrub is still small. I can’t wait for them to reach their full size. I have now ordered 2 French Vanilla hibiscus from PW to compliment the Holy Grail. I love being able to buy direct from PW as I find it difficult to find the exact things I want from local nurseries.

I've purchased a number of plants from PW and this by far is the star! I have it in full sun and there are already so many buds on it, that it will certainly take center stage again this summer. It's already grown to 36 inches since last year. As the others have mentioned, the dark leaves make a striking contrast with the beautiful red flowers. Haven't seen it in any stores in this area. Some of my online purchases were so so, but this is a winner!

This plant is perfectly named. It is definitely the holy grail of hibiscus! Not only are the flowers themselves absolutely stunning, the leaves are equally striking. The flowers are a rich, deep red, and the leaves are a beautiful purple/dark green color - they complement each other so well! There have been at least 2-3 blooms a day since I planted it 2 weeks ago in mid-late August. It's definitely the show-stopper in my garden. I'll be on the lookout for more at my favorite nursery for sure!

I was a little worried when I rec'd this plant, I ordered 2 & one of them was a little messed up in the shipping. I decided to plant it anyways. Boy am I glad I did. It has grown so big & I have lots of buds on it. Can't wait for them to bloom!!! So pleased with it that I just ordered 2 more.