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Tropical Hibiscus

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Cherry Red Hibiscus is so pretty, has a shallow throat

 

Tropical Hibiscus
 

Family:  Malvaceae
Origin:  Tropical Asia
Light: Full sun
Height:   As tall as 5'
Spread:   4' 
Blooms:  Ruffled edges, single petals, constant blooms
Foliage:  Evergreen, glossy
Soil:  Well-drained, moist
Water:  Regular
Propagation:  Stem cuttings
Uses:  Border, specimen
Comments:  Hibiscus plants makes lovely accent plants in my  tropical landscape.  I love them as they are easy to care for and they provide gorgeous colors to my garden.  These hibiscus plants are hardy bush forming perennials. I trim them to maintain shape and size and to promote more blooms.  Here are the images of the various hibiscus shrubs showing off their beautiful flowers. 
USDA Hardiness Zones :  8-10

 


Orange Hibiscus has a pink throat

Salmon Hibiscus has an orange throat


Pink Hibiscus has a red throat


Peach Hibiscus has a red scallop-shaped throat bordered by white


Pink Hibiscus, double-petalled with maroon throat

Yellow Hibiscus, single-petalled...image coming


Red Hibiscus, double-petalled has a deep red throat


Red Hibiscus, single-petalled has a deep red throat