Common names:
Tropical Hibiscus
Hibiscus

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit:Tree
Life cycle:Other
Sun Requirements:Full Sun to Partial Shade
Partial or Dappled Shade
Full Shade
Water Preferences:Dry
Minimum cold hardiness:Zone 10a -1.1 °C (30 °F) to +1.7 °C (35 °F)
Maximum recommended zone:Zone 7a
Leaves:Malodorous
Flowers:Fragrant
Flower Time:Year Round
Uses:Groundcover
Medicinal Herb
Wildlife Attractant:Bees
Butterflies
Hummingbirds
Propagation: Other methods:Cuttings: Tip
Cuttings: Leaf
Pollinators:Other
Containers:Needs repotting every 2 to 3 years
Conservation status:Vulnerable (VU)

conservatory

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