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Image of the showy dinner plate size bloom of the butterfly attractant, Hibiscus 'Fireball'
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Hibiscus 'Fireball'
(Hibiscus Rosemallow)
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Family: Malvaceae
Origin: Hybrid
Light: Full sun
Height: 5-6'
Spread: 2'-4'
Blooms: Gorgeous,
Dinner-plate size,10-12"
burgundy-red,
5 overlapping petals
Foliage: Herbaceous, purplish-green, maple-shaped
Soil: Well-drained
Water: Medium wet-wet
Fertilizer: Regular
Insects/Disease: Watch out for Japanese beetles, white flies and
aphids
Propagation: Division, seeds. Sow seeds directly.
Uses: Border, specimen, accent, landscaping, container
Caution: Spiny, long cylindrical seed pods, wear gloves
Comments: Hibiscus 'Fireball' or Hibiscus Rosemallow is a showy, hardy perennial with red
veins in stems. It is alow maintenance plant but the flower lastsonly a day.
Provide good air circulation and protect from wind. Hibiscus Rosemallow is
a host plant for the Painted Lady and Skippers butterflies. Deadhead to maintain neat
appearance.
USDA Hardiness Zones :
4-9 |
