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Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China

Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red'

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Overview

The Tropical Hibiscus 'Red', or Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, is a vibrant evergreen shrub that flourishes in USDA zones 9-11. Renowned for its large, showy red blooms, it reaches a mature height of 4-8 feet with a 5-6 feet spread. Preferring full sun, it requires well-drained soil and moderate watering. Ideal for focal points in gardens, it attracts pollinators while offering year-round visual interest with its glossy, dark green leaves.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 9–9Type ShrubClimate Subtropical
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — is a vibrant evergreen shrub that flourishes in USDA zones 9-11
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — shrub with red blooms; with peak blossoms in the summer months.<br><br>Preferring a warmTropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — Ideal for focal points in gardens; the Tropical Hibiscus flourishes in USDA Hardiness Zones 9Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — the Tropical Hibiscus flourishes in USDA Hardiness Zones 9 to 11 and enjoys full, image 63Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — Flowers display a pronounced; or Hibiscus rosa-sinensisTropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — Flowers display a pronounced; or Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, image 107Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — although it's important to avoid waterlogging+105

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
9–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Malvaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — is a vibrant evergreen shrub that flourishes in USDA zones 9-11
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — shrub with red blooms; with peak blossoms in the summer months.<br><br>Preferring a warm
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — Ideal for focal points in gardens; the Tropical Hibiscus flourishes in USDA Hardiness Zones 9
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — the Tropical Hibiscus flourishes in USDA Hardiness Zones 9 to 11 and enjoys full, image 63
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — Flowers display a pronounced; or Hibiscus rosa-sinensis
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — Flowers display a pronounced; or Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, image 107
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — although it's important to avoid waterlogging
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — shrub for full or half; while relatively low-maintenance, strategic pruning can encourage a
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — it attracts pollinators while offering year-round visual interest with its, image 103
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — shrub with red blooms
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — Nutrients should be provided through monthly fertilization during the growing season
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — or Hibiscus rosa-sinensis; flowers display a pronounced, image 98
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — the Tropical Hibiscus flourishes in USDA Hardiness Zones 9 to 11 and enjoys full, image 39
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — making it an ideal specimen for both privacy screens and standalone displays.<br><br>For the
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — While relatively low-maintenance, strategic pruning can encourage a fuller plant, image 93
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — Flowers display a pronounced
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — it attracts pollinators while offering year-round visual interest with its, image 55
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — This evergreen perennial boasts glossy; protruding stamen that adds to their, image 57
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — is a vibrant and robust flowering shrub that would serve as a stunning focal, image 80
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — red flowers in the garden; it attracts pollinators while offering year-round, image 94
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — This evergreen perennial boasts glossy; protruding stamen that adds to their, image 105
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — is a vibrant evergreen shrub that flourishes in USDA zones 9-11; fertile soil is, image 75
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — Preferring full sun, it requires well-drained soil and moderate watering; is a, image 53
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — Ideal for focal points in gardens; the Tropical Hibiscus flourishes in USDA, image 54
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