Hibiscus moscheutos 'Peppermint Schnapps'
Rose Mallow
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Rose Mallow (Hibiscus moscheutos 'Peppermint Schnapps') - Description
Hibiscus moscheutos 'Peppermint Schnapps' is a unique new Hibiscus with pink flowers that are dashed with streaks of deep reddish-pink down the center of each petal. The centers of the flowers have a bright red eye for an added flare. From midsummer until frost, the bushy plants are covered with huge 8-10 inch blooms that really draw attention. At a compact 42 inches tall, Hibiscus moscheutos 'Peppermint Schnapp's is also much more suitable for smaller gardens than other varieties.
Rose Mallow (Hibiscus moscheutos 'Peppermint Schnapps') - Blooming
The large, well-known flowers bloom in late spring to fall in colors such as, red, white, pink, yellow, and orange. Each bloom will last only a day or so. To promote continued blooming, remove faded flowers before they form seeds.
Rose Mallow (Hibiscus moscheutos 'Peppermint Schnapps') - Growth
They do best in full sun, but react poorly to drought and frost.
Rose Mallow (Hibiscus moscheutos 'Peppermint Schnapps') - Planting
If dividing a perennial Hibiscus, do so in the spring. If you are growing from cuttings, take 5-6" of new growth and remove the lower leaves. Stick into a mixture of sand and peat at a 3 to 1 ratio. Once cuttings have formed roots, you can transplant.If planting seeds, soak them in warm water for an hour before planting. Either start indoors 12 weeks before the last frost, or outdoors after the frost has past. You can also sow seeds directly in the fall, as soon as the seed casing has begun to split.
Rose Mallow (Hibiscus moscheutos 'Peppermint Schnapps') - Pest
Hibiscus plants are susceptible to giant whiteflies and should be controlled by using Neem oil.
Rose Mallow (Hibiscus moscheutos 'Peppermint Schnapps') - Interesting facts
Agua de Jaimaca, a drink made from the flowers of the Hibiscus sabdariffa, sugar, and water, is popular in Mexico, and tastes similar to cranberry juice. A Hibiscus flower worn behind one ear or the other traditionally shows the marital status of Hawaiian women. Over the left ear, and thus over the heart, means your heart is taken. Over the right ear means that you are available.
Rose Mallow (Hibiscus moscheutos 'Peppermint Schnapps') - Soil and irrigation
Hibiscus plants require a rich, organic loam soil that is acidic and needs to be kept moist. These plants also require regular irrigation.
