If you ever needed confirmation that last is most definitely not least then this is it hibiscus syriacus 39belli colori azurri39 is late to flower for its blooms don39t appear until august however the hardy shrub39s jaw45dropping flowers with their lilac petals and blood red detail are well worth the wait rose mallow39s three45lobed foliage is equally attractive and has the added bonus of flourishing even in difficult alkaline gardens which receive little maintenance