Tropical Hibiscus | |
Hibiscus |
Plant Habit: | Grass/Grass-like |
Life cycle: | Annual Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Partial Shade to Full Shade Full Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 10b +1.7 °C (35 °F) to +4.4 °C (40 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 2 |
Leaves: | Good fall color |
Flowers: | Blooms on old wood |
Flower Color: | Orange |
Flower Size: | 6"-12" |
Flower Time: | Late fall or early winter |
Uses: | Windbreak or Hedge Dye production |
Wildlife Attractant: | Birds Hummingbirds |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Cane Offsets Crowns |
Pollinators: | Bats |
Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger |
Conservation status: | Endangered (EN) |
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