'Dark Mystery' Hibiscus

1. Planting: Plant your Dark Mystery Hibiscus in an area with moist, well-draining soil that receives full to partial sun (4 to 6 hours of sunlight daily). Once you've selected your location, dig a hole large enough to accommodate your shrub's root ball.

If you're planting in a container, select a pot that's about twice the width of your shrub's shipped container. Use organic soil, place your shrub, and select a sunny spot.

If your Hibiscus is container-planted in a colder climate, just bring it inside in the winter when the temperature starts to drop.

2. Watering: Water your Hibiscus once or twice weekly. If you're not sure when to water, check your shrub's soil about 2 or 3 inches down for dryness.

3. Fertilizing: Use a well-balanced fertilizer in the spring to encourage blooming, and follow label instructions.

4. Pruning: Stems die back in colder climates, so cut them to the ground in late fall or early spring. New growth will emerge each spring. Remove spent flowers to keep the plant looking tidy.