Tropical Hibiscus | |
Hibiscus |
Plant Habit: | Grass/Grass-like |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun Partial or Dappled Shade |
Water Preferences: | Wet |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 4a -34.4 °C (-30 °F) to -31.7 °C (-25 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 4a |
Leaves: | Broadleaf |
Flowers: | Malodorous |
Flower Time: | Winter |
Uses: | Good as a cover crop Suitable for forage |
Wildlife Attractant: | Birds Butterflies Other Beneficial Insects |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Cane Other |
Pollinators: | Bumblebees |
Containers: | Needs repotting every 2 to 3 years |
Conservation status: | Extinct (EX) |
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