Hibiscus 'Cinnamon Grappa' features dramatic dark foliage and oversized flowers in shades of cranberry red with subtle cinnamon undertones. Makes for a striking focal point or back border accent.
Height & Spread: 36 - 48 in x 36 - 48 in
Bloom Time: Midsummer to early fall
Light Requirements: Full sun
Soil Preference: Moist, well drained soil enriched with organic matter
Watering Needs: High; prefers consistently moist soil, especially during bloom season
Deer Resistance: Moderate
Native Status
Hybridized from North American native Hibiscus species, this cultivar blends ornamental beauty with regional adaptability and summer long flowering performance.
Wildlife & Insects
Butterflies
- Attracts Eastern Tiger Swallowtails and Red Admirals with its large nectar rich blooms.
Bees
- Frequented by native bumblebees and sweat bees that forage in its wide open blossoms.
Hummingbirds
- Draws Ruby Throated Hummingbirds that feed on its flowers in mid to late summer.
Spacing & Landscape Use
Spacing Recommendations
- Space 36 - 48 in apart to accommodate the full width of the plant and promote airflow between stems.
Landscape Placement
- Ideal as a back border accent, in mixed perennial beds, or as a statement plant near patios and walkways.
Companion Plants
- Panicum virgatum 'Shenandoah' (Switchgrass) - Upright habit and red tinged blades echo the tones of hibiscus blooms while adding structure.
- Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm' (Black Eyed Susan) - Offers bright golden flowers that contrast beautifully with deep hibiscus foliage.
- Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' (Wood Sage) - Violet spikes offer strong vertical accent and pollinator support throughout summer.
- Eupatorium dubium 'Little Joe' (Dwarf Joe Pye Weed) - Adds soft mauve blooms and height without overwhelming nearby plants.
- Perovskia atriplicifolia (Russian Sage) - Airy blue flower wands contrast with bold hibiscus blooms and attract pollinators.