Painted Lady Hibiscus is a large tender tropical shrub often treated as an annual with toothed foliage and large flowers. These large bright rose pink flowers with a dark red eye and lighter veining bloom through summer, and can be brought indoors to overwinter. Plants outside in their zones can flower year-round. 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' - 10' (4' - 6' container) |
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Spread: |
5' - 6' (3' - 4' container) |
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Spacing: |
6' |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
9 - 11 |
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Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
Pink |
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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
IMAGES: DeBary Nursery, Painted Lady Hibiscus, (2) Owl Creek Landscape Nursery, Painted Lady Hibiscus
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
