Botanical profile

Hibiscus syriacus 'French Cabaret Red'

Latin name
Hibiscus syriacus 'French Cabaret Red'
Common name
Rose of Sharon 'French Cabaret Red'
Type
Ornamental shrub
Family
Malvaceae

Hibiscus syriacus 'French Cabaret Red' is a spectacular ornamental shrub, prized for its large, double, intense red flowers with a velvety, very theatrical appearance. This variety from the French Cabaret series is distinguished by abundant and prolonged summer blooming, bringing deep and warm color to flowerbeds, flowering hedges, and standalone plantings. Its upright and well-branched habit offers a structured silhouette, while its bright green deciduous foliage strongly highlights the sustained bloom. Highly attractive to pollinators, this hibiscus provides a strong visual impact throughout the summer. Well-adapted to Quebec's climate, 'French Cabaret Red' prefers a sunny exposure and well-drained soil to ensure balanced growth and long-lasting flowering, ideal for creating a powerful focal point in the garden.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 5
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate
Fertilization
Light in spring
Soil type
Ordinary to rich, well-drained
Minimum temperature
-30°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Summer
Flower color
Deep red, double
Fruiting
Decorative dry seed pods
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Erect and well-branched shrub
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
2–3 m (6–10 ft)
Width
8.2 ft (2.5 m)
Growth rate
Moderate
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Hummingbirds
Flowers that attract hummingbirds

Hummingbirds

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.