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Brilliant Hibiscus

Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant'

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Overview

The 'Brilliant' Hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis) enchants with vibrant, crimson-red blooms spanning 4-6 inches in diameter. This evergreen shrub reaches 4-8 feet high and 5-7 feet wide, flourishing in full sun to partial shade. Preferring well-drained, fertile soil, it requires regular watering with moderate drought tolerance. Ideal for U.S. hardiness zones 9-11, it adds a tropical flair to mixed borders or as a standout specimen in residential or commercial landscapes.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 10–11Type ShrubClimate Subtropical

Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — shrub with red blooms

Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — red flowers in the garden; with its dazzling red flowers

Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — the Brilliant Hibiscus can be used as a standalone focal point

Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — especially during dry spells.<br><br>Reaching a mature height of 4 to 8 feet and a width of 5 to 6

Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — commonly referred to as the Brilliant Hibiscus; glossy foliage.<br><br>The leaves of the, image 51

Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — glossy foliage.<br><br>The leaves of the Brilliant Hibiscus are ovate to lanceolate in shape

Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — it adds a tropical flair to mixed borders or as a standout specimen in residential or, image 73

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 10–11

Shape & size

Mature height: 8–10 Ft.
Mature width: 4–6 Ft.

Classification

Type: Shrub
Family: Malvaceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — shrub with red blooms

Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — red flowers in the garden; with its dazzling red flowers

Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — the Brilliant Hibiscus can be used as a standalone focal point

Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — especially during dry spells.<br><br>Reaching a mature height of 4 to 8 feet and a width of 5 to 6

Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — commonly referred to as the Brilliant Hibiscus; glossy foliage.<br><br>The leaves of the, image 51

Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — glossy foliage.<br><br>The leaves of the Brilliant Hibiscus are ovate to lanceolate in shape

Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — it adds a tropical flair to mixed borders or as a standout specimen in residential or, image 73

Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — With its dazzling red flowers

Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — shrub with red blooms; it requires well-draining soil with moderate moisture and benefits from

Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — glossy foliage.<br><br>The leaves of the Brilliant Hibiscus are ovate to lanceolate in, image 55

Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — shrub for full or half; yet showy plant that brings life and color to their garden spaces, image 69

Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — It requires well-draining soil with moderate moisture and benefits from regular watering

Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — shrub for full or half; yet showy plant that brings life and color to their garden spaces

Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — This variety thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 9 to 11; commonly referred to as the, image 80

Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — Preferring well-drained, fertile soil, it requires regular watering with moderate drought, image 72

Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — it is essential to consider its growth needs and visual impact

Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — crimson-red blooms spanning 4-6 inches in diameter

Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — it adds a tropical flair to mixed borders or as a standout specimen in residential or commercial

Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — Clients will appreciate this low-maintenance; the Brilliant Hibiscus can be used as a, image 65

Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — It requires well-draining soil with moderate moisture and benefits from regular watering, image 59

Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — preferring full sun to partial shade to achieve optimal growth and flowering

Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — crimson-red blooms spanning 4-6 inches in diameter; it adds a tropical flair to mixed, image 47

Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — with sizes ranging from 3 to 6 inches long; red flowers in the garden, image 56

Brilliant Hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Brilliant') — With its dazzling red flowers; or even container-grown for patios and balconies where, image 75

Photographs by 19 contributors

Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Annika Lindqvist, CC BY 4.0 · source
Robert F. Tobler, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Maya-Anaïs Yataghène from Paris, France, CC BY 2.0 · source
Meul ( Meul ), CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
peganum, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
Didier Descouens, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Caeruleo, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
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RogerR00, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
Jean-Pierre Dalbéra from Paris, France, CC BY 2.0 · source
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Leo-setä, CC BY 2.0 · source
Erik Drost, CC BY 2.0 · source
Poojasasikumar, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
peganum from Small Dole, England, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
Daniel Ramirez from Honolulu, USA, CC BY 2.0 · source
עדן גאנם, CC BY 2.5 · source
NIVETHA OKC, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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