Product Description
Hibiscus 'All Eyes on Me' PPAF CPBRAF (25) Bare Root Plants
Proven Winners® SUMMERIFIC® Collection
Common Name: Rose Mallow
One of our most compact Hardy Hibiscus to date! Despite its scaled down size, 'All Eyes on Me' keeps the trademark massive 8" blooms the plant has become known for. The blushing pink blooms appear from the top to the bottom of a well-rounded habit of dark green leaves. Heavily overlapping petals give the impression the flowers are semi-double, particularly as each bud unfurls.
These North American native plants bring massive, tropical-looking flowers all the way to zone 4. Although later to emerge than most perennials in spring, these are fast growing plants capable of adding an inch of new growth a day. Excellent at brightening up end of season gardens.
Hibiscus love the sun and need moist, well-drained soil. Keeping these plants watered will result in larger flowers and lush foliage. Deadheading will improve the appearance of the plant. It is best to plant Hibiscus in the garden before the heat of the summer arrives, and should be heavily mulched the first winter. In spring, cut back any remaining stems before new growth appears. A strong pair of loppers or a saw will be necessary to cut this plant back. Be advised that Hibiscus is always one of the last perennials to emerge in spring. Its vigorous growth rate more than makes up for this late start, however. Japanese beetles find these plants especially delicious.
Height: 3.5 Feet
Spread: 3.5 Feet
Hardiness Zones: 4,5,6,7,8,9
Flower Color: Pink Shades
Foliage Color: Green shades
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) - Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Average to Consistent Water Needs
Poor to Fertile Soil Quality
Bloomtime: Midsummer - Early Fall
Attracts Butterflies
Bee Friendly
Deer Resistant
Growth Rate: Rapid
Bog Plant, Border Plant, Specimen, Focal Point, Native to North America
Hibiscus 'All Eyes on Me' is a show-stopping hardy hibiscus that commands attention with its massive flowers and compact habit. Here is what makes it special:
What Makes Hibiscus 'All Eyes on Me' Special
- Huge Flowers: Despite its compact size, it produces enormous, 8-inch diameter flowers in a beautiful shade of blushing pink with a red eye. The heavily overlapping petals give the blooms a semi-double appearance, adding to their lushness.
- Compact Habit: It is one of the most compact hardy hibiscus varieties, reaching a mature height and width of about 3.5 feet. This makes it a great choice for smaller gardens or those who want the impact of a hibiscus without the towering size.
- Long Blooming Period: It blooms from midsummer to early fall, providing weeks of color and interest.
- Attracts Pollinators: The large, showy flowers are a magnet for pollinators, including bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
- Easy Care: Hardy hibiscus are generally low-maintenance plants, and 'All Eyes on Me' is no exception. It is drought-tolerant once established and does not require a lot of fuss.
Description and Details
- Common Name: All Eyes on Me Hibiscus, Rose Mallow
- Botanical Name: Hibiscus 'All Eyes on Me'
- Mature Size: 3.5 feet tall and wide
- Foliage: Dark green, maple-like leaves
- Flowers: 8-inch diameter, blushing pink with a red eye, blooming from midsummer to early fall
- Growth Habit: Upright, rounded
- Hardiness Zones: 4-9
- Light: Full sun to part shade
- Soil: Well-drained, adaptable to various soil types
- Water: Water regularly, especially during dry periods
Landscaping Design Tips
- Specimen Plant: Its large flowers and compact habit make it an excellent specimen plant, where it can be the focal point of a garden bed.
- Back of the Border: It is also well-suited for the back of borders, where it can provide a backdrop for shorter plants.
- Shrub Substitute: Its size and rounded habit make it a good substitute for shrubs in the landscape.
- Containers: It can also be grown in large containers, adding a tropical touch to patios and balconies.
- Companion Plants: Consider pairing them with other perennials that enjoy similar growing conditions and offer contrasting colors and textures, such as:
- Ornamental grasses
- Coneflowers (Echinacea)
- Black-Eyed Susans (Rudbeckia)
- Russian Sage (Perovskia)
Planting and Care
- Planting:
- Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil.
- Plant in spring or fall.
- Space plants according to their mature size (about 3-4 feet apart).
- Water thoroughly after planting.
- Care:
- Water regularly, especially during dry periods.
- Fertilize lightly in spring if desired.
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.
- Cut back stems in late fall or early spring before new growth emerges.
- Mulch the plant in winter for added protection in colder climates.
Additional Notes
- 'All Eyes on Me' is a hardy hibiscus, meaning it dies back to the ground in winter and re-emerges in spring. It is one of the last perennials to emerge, so do not worry if it does not show signs of life until late spring or early summer.
- It is a great choice for gardeners looking for a low-maintenance, deer-resistant perennial that adds a touch of the tropics to the garden.
- The flowers are short-lived, but the plant produces new blooms continuously throughout the flowering period.
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
