Botanical name: Hibiscus rosa-sinensis
Common names: Hibiscus, Chinese Rose, Japanese Rose, Tropical Hibiscus, Shoe Flower
Family: Malvaceae
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
The Hibiscus request frequent deep watering, but good drainage. It is sensitive to root rot if the ground stays soaked. Check regularly for aphids and mealy bugs, and fertilize.The flowers last only a day or two, but they are produced in abundance most of the year. More pictures of different varieties: Hibiscus page and Catalog of Fancy varieties
Read more about hibiscus:
Hibiscus growing tips: The Tips of Hibiscus Flowers
Hibiscus: TopTropicals' first plant
Similar plants: Hibiscus rosa-sinensis (Hibiscus)
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Yellow Wing Hibiscus
Hibiscus Flamenco
Hibiscus Isobel Beard
Hibiscus 'El Capitolio Sport'
Jane Cowel Hibiscus
Ms. Violet
Bienvenue
Tres Bon
Tres Bon
Hibiscus Blue Bayou
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Link to this plant:
https://toptropicals.com/catalog/uid/hibiscus_rosasinensis.htm