Malvaviscus arboreus var. penduliflorus 'Penduliflorus' (Sleepy Hibiscus) - Video 1
Botanical name: Malvaviscus arboreus var. penduliflorus
Common names: Sleepy Hibiscus, Mexican Turk's Cap
Cultivar: Penduliflorus
Family: Malvaceae
Origin: Costa Rica, Nicaragua
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9-11
Plant form: Large bush
Mature height: 5-10 ft
Sun exposure: Semi-shade
Cold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular
Flower color: White and off-white; red, crimson, vinous
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirdsMalvaviscus arboreus penduliflorus
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Very rare variegated Turk's Cap, Firecracker Hibiscus.
Almost ever-blooming, this shrub looks much like a hibiscus (to which it is closely related) which flowers are ready to open. In fact, the flowers never open much, hence the common name of Sleepy Hibiscus. It blooms often, and the flowers attract hummingbirds. The 2 inch long tubular flowers appear to be constructed of crimson crepe paper as they nod against the large oval leaves, some leaves can be completely white! The little tree looks like decorated Christmas tree!
Can be kept compact shape and is good for container culture and bonsai.
Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Almost ever-blooming, this shrub looks much like a hibiscus (to which it is closely related) which flowers are ready to open. In fact, the flowers never open much, hence the common name of Sleepy Hibiscus. It blooms often, and the flowers attract hummingbirds. The 2 inch long tubular flowers appear to be constructed of crimson crepe paper as they nod against the large oval leaves, some leaves can be completely white! The little tree looks like decorated Christmas tree!
Can be kept compact shape and is good for container culture and bonsai.
Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Grown in
6"/1 gal pot
9 plants in stock
$29.95