Hibiscus Cookies And Cream

Hibiscus Cookies And Cream

Hibiscus Cookies and Cream is a striking hybrid known for its large, creamy white blooms streaked with subtle chocolate or mocha highlights, giving each flower a marbled, dessert-inspired appearance. The dramatic contrast of the blooms against the glossy dark green foliage creates a stunning visual impact in garden beds, borders, or large containers. Blooming from mid-summer through fall, this variety delivers long-lasting, eye-catching color that elevates any landscape.

This upright perennial reaches approximately 4 ft in height with a similar spread, producing a full, bushy form that works beautifully as a specimen plant or within mixed perennial borders. ‘Cookies and Cream’ flowers on new growth, ensuring a prolonged bloom season and repeated floral interest. Its flowers are not only visually captivating but also attract pollinators such as hummingbirds and bees, adding life and activity to your garden.

Perfect for combining with contrasting foliage plants or ornamental grasses, Hibiscus ‘Cookies and Cream’ blends seamlessly into a variety of garden designs. Its striking blooms, deer-resistant qualities, and long flowering period make it a versatile choice for sunny patios, beds, and borders. Whether used as a showpiece or layered with other perennials, this hibiscus adds elegance and a unique flair to summer and fall gardens.

Care Instructions:

Planting: Select a location with rich, well-draining soil and full to partial sun exposure. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and plant at the same depth as in the container.
Light Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade; at least 6 hours of sunlight daily promotes optimal flowering.
Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during hot or dry periods.
Fertilizing: Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring and again in mid-summer to encourage continuous blooms.
Pruning: Remove spent flowers and any winter-damaged wood in early spring to maintain plant health and appearance.
Companion Plants: Pairs well with ornamental grasses, bold-foliage perennials, and late-season bloomers to create contrast and layered texture in garden beds.