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Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Tropical Hibiscus, Rose of China

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: West/Mullany/Thompson

 

Description

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis is an evergreen shrub. One of the most flamboyant flowering shrubs. Can reach 30 ft. tall in Hawaii. Individual flowers only last one day, but the plant blooms continuously.

 

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Adjust the water pressure of you irrigation system.

Spray sprinklers work best at 30 pounds per square inch (psi), and gear and impact rotor sprinklers at 40-60 psi.