Hibiscus bush

Latin name: Hibiscus rosa-sinensis
Common Name: Hibiscus bush, tropical hibiscus
Plant type: Tropical ornamental shrub grafted onto a stem
Botanical family: Malvaceae

Description

The shrub-like Hibiscus rosa-sinensis is a lush, floriferous ornamental plant, popular for its large, showy, trumpet-shaped flowers that bloom throughout the summer. Available in a wide range of vibrant colors—red, pink, yellow, orange, white, or bicolor—this hibiscus brings a touch of exoticism and vitality to gardens, patios, and balconies. Its compact, dense habit makes it an excellent bedding plant, container plant, or decorative hedge in tropical climates. In Quebec, it is grown in pots during the summer and must be brought indoors for the winter. Please note that not all perennials and tropical plants are available year-round: please call one of our branches or send us an email request to check inventory.

Hardiness Zone: Zone 10 to 11 (not hardy, bring indoors before frost)

Exposure: Full sun (minimum 6 hours of direct sunlight per day)
Watering: Regular, keep the soil moist but well drained
Humidity:
Medium to high
Fertilization:
Fertilizer for flowering plants every 2 weeks from May to September
Soil type:
Rich, loose, well-drained
Minimum temperature: 10°C

Flowering period: From May until the first frosts
Flower color:
Red, pink, orange, yellow, white or bicolor (depending on the variety)
Foliage color: Dark glossy green

Height: 60 to 120 cm (in a pot or in the ground)
Width: 60 to 90 cm
Growth rate: Medium to fast

Non animaux
Peut être toxique pour les animaux domestiques

Non animaux

Pollinisateurs
Attire ou nourrit les insectes pollinisateurs

Pollinisateurs

Papillons
Fleurs attirant les papillons

Papillons

Colibris
Fleurs attirant les colibris

Colibris

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