Perennials

Hibiscus 'Evening Rose'

Summerific® Evening Rose hardy hibiscus

Also known as: Rose mallow

Summerific® 'Evening Rose' Rose Mallow Hibiscus hybrid, Photo courtesy of Proven Winners

Large hot-pink flowers stand out against nearly black foliage. This substantial, rounded perennial brings late-summer color to sunny beds. Cut old stems back before new growth.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun to part shade
Mature size: 4 ft. tall × 4½–5 ft. wide
Water: Consistently moist soil
Hardiness: USDA zones 4–9
Bloom: Hot pink, about 8 in. across; mid–late summer.

Sizes & prices

#3$42.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Deer: Resistant, not browse-proof.
Drought: Keep watered; wilting reduces flowering.
Wet soil: Suitable for moist rain-garden sites; not a permanent-water planting.

Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.

Pollinators & wildlife

Attracts: Bees, Butterflies

Native range

Native range / parentage: Garden hybrid with North American native ancestry.

Seasonal interest

Foliage: Darkest in direct sun.

Growing & care

Spring: Emerges late, give it time before assuming it has died.
Pests: Watch for Japanese beetles.

Sources & photo credits

Walters Gardens

Photo: Summerific® 'Evening Rose' Rose Mallow Hibiscus hybrid, Photo courtesy of Proven Winners · Authorized promotional use

Reviewed September 19, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.