Monrovia® Red Dragon Hibiscus is an upright tender tropical shrub treated as an annual with toothed foliage and large, intensely red ruffled double flowers with showy extended stamen. Outside plants in their zones will flower year-round or till frost, while indoor plants bloom through summer. Grows best with full sun and rich, moist well drained soils.
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Type: |
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Origins: |
Southeast Asia and China |
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Height: |
6' - 8' |
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Spread: |
3' - 4' |
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Spacing: |
3.5' |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
9 - 11 |
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Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
Red |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance. Never let soils dry out. When in container, plant with moist pebbles to increase humidity. Protect from strong winds. No serious pests or diseases.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accent or Mass Plantings, Borders, Wildlife Gardens, Patios, Foundation Plantings, Annual Beds, House Plants, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Butterfly Bush, Black-eyed Susan, Sneezeweed
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
