Midnight Marvel Hardy Hibiscus
Hibiscus moscheutos 'Midnight Marvel'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
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| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Midnight Marvel Hardy Hibiscus highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Flower Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pollinator Required
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Fragrant
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodSummer, Fall
Growing Zones 4-9
It's 5:00 somewhere. Perhaps in your very own landscape or on the patio? Get the party started with the suave Midnight Marvel Hardy Hibiscus (Hibiscus moscheutos 'Midnight Marvel'). The good times start in late summer, just when your other flowering plants have called it a night.
You'll fall for the rich, purple foliage and big, bold carmine-red blooms. Hardy Hibiscus look like they should be growing in Hawaii, but they are very cold-hardy. As a matter of fact, Hawaiian gardeners just might be jealous of you! This is a very cool plant.
Midnight Marvel puts on a dramatic show with black flower buds opening into dinner-plate-sized flowers. The overlapping petals make a natural spiral that draws you in. Hummingbirds and butterflies certainly won't be able to resist their nectar. They'll appreciate the prolific blooms that keep coming in a breathtaking display that lasts until frost.
As if the 9-inch blooms weren't enough, the backup foliage also knows how to make an impact. The flowers are perfectly contrasted by the over-sized, dark-purple leaves. And that colorway! Even if you've been gardening for many years, you'll need to find a spot for it.
This is an easy-care selection of the native plant, Rose Mallow. It will deliver an outstanding display for you faithfully year after year because Hardy Hibiscus are vigorous herbaceous Perennials! Now...you'll need to be patient in spring. Let your other plants take center stage. Midnight Marvel is one of the last plants to emerge in your spring garden, but once it gets started, its fast growth rate ensures that it catches up quickly.
Planting and Application:
This will be the star of your late-season landscape. Plant it in a place of honor where you are sure to see it from the pool deck, or patio! Midnight Marvel just wants to make people happy. The lush, mounded form and bold coloration will stand out as a focal point!
It's just too cool not to include a specimen or two. Or three! Add them as an amazing "Thriller" to late summer containers. Yes, you can change out your containers several times a year to keep things fresh!
Commercial property owners, did you hear that? Use Midnight Marvel to turn heads and draw the eye right to your front door. Buy them early in the season and baby the plants in their grower pots. Then do a quick change out around mid-summer.
These make great plants for sunny borders, as well. Plant them in front of tall Ornamental Grasses to ground their airy charm. Plant groups for an amazing show of color that will last for years to come. Use a curved planting of 5, 7, or 9 of them to create an instant garden feature. Plant Ninebark shrubs behind them, and Groundcover Roses in front. You'll gain a designer look all season long.
- Bold Carmine-Red Blooms
- Deep Dark Purple Foliage
- Late Season Color Won’t Fade In Heat or Sun
- Pollinator-Friendly Tropical Blooms
- Seasonal Hedges, Containers, Specimen Plantings & Sun Gardens!
#ProPlantTips for Care:
This is a perfect plant for newbie gardeners. Hardy Hibiscus are low-maintenance and tolerates a lot of different growing conditions. Provide a sheltered spot to protect against the worst of the winds. You won't want those precious blooms to get tattered or torn! Hibiscus does love the sun, but this variety can also perform well with afternoon shade. They'll need at least 4 hours of sunlight a day, so study your site to see where you'll plant them.
They do best in moist, yet well-drained soil, and will put up with a little drought and can handle the occasional puddle. Keep them watered regularly, especially if you are using them as container plants. Add a 3-inch layer of mulch over the root systems to keep it nice and cool.
Keep this rock star tidy by removing spent flowers after they are finished. In early spring, trim back each of the woody stems right to the ground. In late spring, you'll be so excited to see the new stems emerge from the roots. Be patient with these late starters! They'll grow right back to amaze you and your friends once again.
- Full Sun & Partial Shade
- Average Well-Drained Soil
- Appreciates Regular Moisture Until Established
- Deadhead After Flowers Fade
- Dies To The Ground Each Winter - Prune Early Spring
Have fun in your space this season. Order Midnight Marvel Hardy Hibiscus from the expert growers at Nature Hills today! Go ahead and let the Midnight Marvel Hardy Hibiscus make a big impact in your landscape. Bring on the look of the tropics!
