Hibiscus moscheutos 'Cherry Brandy'
Rose Mallow
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Rose Mallow (Hibiscus moscheutos 'Cherry Brandy') - Description
Hibiscus moscheutos 'Cherry Brandy' is a stunning new hardy Hibiscus from Blooms of Bressingham Cordials Collection. The large dinner-plate sized red flowers adorn the plants from late summer until frost for excellent late season color. 'Cherry Brandy' is generously self branching which results in very full and sturdy plants. The large leaves are striking with tints of bronze, purple, and green. A vast improvement in habit compared to traditional Hibiscus.
Rose Mallow (Hibiscus moscheutos 'Cherry Brandy') - 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 'Cherry Brandy') - Growth
They do best in full sun, but react poorly to drought and frost.
Rose Mallow (Hibiscus moscheutos 'Cherry Brandy') - 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 'Cherry Brandy') - Pest
Hibiscus plants are susceptible to giant whiteflies and should be controlled by using Neem oil.
Rose Mallow (Hibiscus moscheutos 'Cherry Brandy') - 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 'Cherry Brandy') - 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.
