SKU: 1404 2 Starry Night Rosemallow Plant in 4 inch cups

• Color: Huge deep magenta-red flowers with a black center; near-black foliage.

• Fragrance: None.

• Wildlife & Pest Resistance: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds; resistant to deer.

• Planting Zone: Hardy in USDA zones 5–9.

• Sun Preferences: Full sun for best blooming and foliage color.

• Drought Tolerance: Low; prefers consistently moist soil, especially during blooming season.

• Planting Instructions (from a 3.5" pot into the ground):

  • Plant in spring after danger of frost has passed.

  • Choose a location with full sun and fertile, well-draining but moisture-retentive soil.

  • Dig a hole twice as wide and the same depth as the root ball.

  • Remove the plant from its pot, gently loosening roots if compacted.

  • Position in the hole so the crown is level with the surrounding soil.

  • Backfill with soil, firm gently, and water thoroughly.

  • Apply a 2–3 inch layer of mulch to conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature, keeping mulch away from the crown.

  • Water regularly, especially in hot or dry weather, to encourage continuous blooms.

Starry Night Rosemallow brings an exotic, high-impact presence to summer gardens, combining dramatic flowers and foliage for a tropical effect that’s hardy in temperate climates.