Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China

Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis

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Overview

Tropical Hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis), also known as "Rose of China," is an evergreen shrub boasting glossy leaves and large, showy flowers up to 6 inches in diameter. It thrives in full sun, needing well-drained soil. Suitable for USDA zones 9-11, it reaches 4-8 feet in height and 5-10 feet in width. Regular pruning maintains shape, and vibrant blooms from summer to fall attract pollinators, adding exotic flair to warm-climate landscapes.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 9–9Climate Subtropical

Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis) — Tropical Hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis)

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 9–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Malvaceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis) — particularly in periods of extreme heat; regular pruning maintains shape, image 144

Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis) — and promote more prolific blooming; often possessing a prominent staminal, image 145

Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis) — In frost-prone areas, it is often grown as a container plant that can be moved indoors, image 146

Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis) — making it an excellent choice for a dynamic and wildlife-friendly garden design, image 147

Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis) — red and white and yellow flowers in the garden; scientifically known as Hibiscus, image 148

Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis) — shrub with red and white and yellow blooms; requiring at least 6 to 8 hours of direct, image 149

Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis) — shrub for full or half; making it an excellent choice for a dynamic and, image 150

Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis) — Tropical Hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis); suitable for USDA zones 9-11, it reaches, image 151

Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis) — showy flowers up to 6 inches in diameter; blossoms can span from 4 to 8 inches in, image 152

Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis) — It thrives in full sun, needing well-drained soil; regular watering is necessary, image 153

Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis) — Suitable for USDA zones 9-11, it reaches 4-8 feet in height and 5-10 feet in width, image 154

Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis) — Regular pruning maintains shape; adding exotic flair to warm-climate landscapes, image 155

Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis) — and vibrant blooms from summer to fall attract pollinators; the Tropical Hibiscus, image 156

Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis) — adding exotic flair to warm-climate landscapes; in frost-prone areas, it is often grown, image 157

Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis) — scientifically known as Hibiscus rosa-sinensis; it thrives in full sun, needing, image 158

Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis) — This perennial shrub can grow to a substantial size; typically reaching heights of 4 to, image 159

Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis) — typically reaching heights of 4 to 8 feet; this species thrives in well-drained, image 160

Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis) — and promote more prolific blooming; often possessing a prominent staminal, image 170

Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis) — particularly in periods of extreme heat; regular pruning maintains shape, image 169

Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis) — Regular watering is necessary; red and white and yellow flowers in the garden, image 168

Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis) — This species thrives in well-drained, fertile soils with a pH ranging from slightly, image 167

Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis) — to produce its best blooms; this perennial shrub can grow to a substantial size, image 166

Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis) — requiring at least 6 to 8 hours of direct light daily; showy flowers up to 6 inches in, image 165

Tropical Hibiscus, Rose Of China (Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis) — Blossoms can span from 4 to 8 inches in diameter and come in a dazzling array of, image 161

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