Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

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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.

Plant Type

Shrub, Vine

Height Range

3-6', 6-12'

Width Range

3-6', 6-12'

Flower Color

Gold, Orange, Pink, Red, Yellow, White

Flower Season

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall, Intermittent

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

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

Design Styles

Tropical

Accenting Features

Espalier, Showy Flowers, Silhouette, Specimen, Standard

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Foundation, Swimming Pool

Special Uses

Container, Cut Flowers, Filler, Screen

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.

If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.