Common names:
Philip Island Hibiscus
Hibiscus

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Annual
Sun Requirements: Partial Shade to Full Shade
Water Preferences: Wet Mesic
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 8b -9.4 °C (15 °F) to -6.7 °C (20 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 8a
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: Brown
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Flower Size: Over 12"
Inflorescence Type: Compound Umbel
Wildlife Attractant: Hummingbirds
Other Beneficial Insects
Resistances: Deer Resistant
Propagation: Other methods: Layering
Stolons and runners
Bulbs
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Prefers to be under-potted
Conservation status: Vulnerable (VU)

Photo: Melburnian

Philip Island Hibiscus (Hibiscus insularis) was a featured
Plant of the Day for May 20, 2016.

Comments:
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