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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

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 and robust flowering shrub that would serve as a stunning focal, image 104
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — red flowers in the garden
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — The Tropical Hibiscus 'Red'; renowned for its large, showy red blooms, it reaches, image 97
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — and they exhibit a flowering pattern that lasts from spring to fall; a mature, image 61
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — red flowers in the garden; it attracts pollinators while offering year-round visual interest
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — eye-catching red blooms which can reach a diameter of 4 to 8 inches; although, image 58
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — Preferring full sun, it requires well-drained soil and moderate watering
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — eye-catching red blooms which can reach a diameter of 4 to 8 inches
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — protruding stamen that adds to their exotic allure; this evergreen perennial boasts glossy
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — or Hibiscus rosa-sinensis; flowers display a pronounced, image 74
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — Preferring full sun, it requires well-drained soil and moderate watering; is a, image 101
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — fertile soil is required along with regular watering; is a vibrant evergreen, image 90
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — protruding stamen that adds to their exotic allure; this evergreen perennial, image 84
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — making it an ideal specimen for both privacy screens and standalone, image 41
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — making it an ideal specimen for both privacy screens and standalone, image 65
Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis 'Red') — although it's important to avoid waterlogging; eye-catching red blooms which can, image 91
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