Hibiscus 'Robert Fleming' PP 14,776

Robert Fleming Hardy Mallow

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Item #: 8347

Zones: 4a to 9b

Dormancy: Winter

Height: 36" tall

Culture: Sun

Origin: United States Hybrid

Pot Size: 3.5" pot (24 fl. oz/0.7 L) ?

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This dazzling 2001 hybrid from the late Fleming Brothers makes a 3' tall compact clump adorned with hydrangea-shaped foliage. From late June (NC) until fall, Hibiscus 'Robert Fleming' is topped with clusters of large 7" shiny, black-cherry-red flowers. We could not find any matching color in the RHS color chart, so this is obviously a color not allowed in the UK. Moist soils are best, although this is amazingly drought-tolerant.

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Jun 26, 2018

First, it grows taller than the 36" stated, more like 48-60". The flowers are a near blood red and 9" around. Just stunning!

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M Michael E. - Verified Buyer

4 month ago

Q: When is the best time to prune this in zone 4/5?

Plant Delights Nursery 3 month ago

A: You can prune hibiscus stems most anytime for shaping purposes or if it gets a little unruly. In the fall, after the leaves have dropped, you can pruned the main stems back to 6-8".

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K kenge369 3 years ago

Q: I have a front bed with three large PJMs in the back of the bed. In the front of the PJMS, I have three spirea that I want to remove. Do you think the Robert Fleming would be too big to replace the spirea? The Robert Fleming is a perenial right? It can be cut back in the fall?...view more

Plant Delights Nursery 3 years ago

A: In your zone this is a perennial, that can be cut back in fall! This plant may be larger than the spirea, so maybe only getting one or two, instead of replacing the three spireas with three hibiscus, would be best! The Robert Fleming is a magnificent center piece though! Good luck...view more

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K KB B. 3 years ago

Q: Wait, what do you mean "it may be too late to cut back"??! What does cutting back do that it's too late for? When should we cut them back for overwintering?

Plant Delights Nursery 3 years ago

A: It can be dangerous for this plants survival if cut back too late in the season, as cold weather brings more moisture, and when you cut it back the moisture could get trapped inside before the plants defense mechanisms have a chance to prepare. We suggest waiting to cut this back!...view more

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J jhancheruk 3 years ago

Q: Wondering if I should cut back I live in Md, growing in pot

Plant Delights Nursery 3 years ago

A: At this point it may be too late to cut back; we recommend cutting back in spring after the last frost to ensure the roots do not rot.

Thank you and happy gardening!

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C Carolyn R. 4 years ago

Q: Can this plant be grown in a pot on the deck in Cary, NC? Will it survive a freeze in the pot?

C Carolyn R. 4 years ago

A: Yes, you can grow it in a pot...it should be fine during a freeze. Since the top dies back in the winter you can always move the pot up against your foundation for a little extra protection. Happy gardening!

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