Tropical Hibiscus | |
Hibiscus |
Plant Habit: | Shrub |
Life cycle: | Biennial |
Sun Requirements: | Partial or Dappled Shade Partial Shade to Full Shade |
Water Preferences: | Dry |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 6a -23.3 °C (-10 °F) to -20.6 °C (-5 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 10a |
Leaves: | Good fall color |
Flowers: | Malodorous |
Flower Time: | Spring |
Uses: | Vegetable Suitable as Annual |
Wildlife Attractant: | Birds Butterflies |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Stem Cuttings: Tip |
Pollinators: | Bees |
Containers: | Needs excellent drainage in pots |
Conservation status: | Vulnerable (VU) |
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