Common names:
Tropical Hibiscus
Hibiscus

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit:Herb/Forb
Life cycle:Perennial
Sun Requirements:Full Sun
Water Preferences:Wet
Minimum cold hardiness:Zone 3 -40 °C (-40 °F) to -37.2 °C (-35)
Maximum recommended zone:Zone 6a
Leaves:Deciduous
Flowers:Fragrant
Flower Color:Brown
Flower Size:6"-12"
Flower Time:Other
Uses:Windbreak or Hedge
Suitable for miniature gardens
Wildlife Attractant:Bees
Hummingbirds
Propagation: Other methods:Cuttings: Stem
Cuttings: Tip
Division
Pollinators:Moths and Butterflies
Containers:Needs excellent drainage in pots
Conservation status:Near Threatened (NT)

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