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Hibiscus acetosella 'Red Shield'

Also Known As

  • False Roselle
  • Red Leaf Hibiscus
  • Red Shield Hibiscus

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

  • H: 3'-5'
  • W: 2'-4'

planting zones

  • 9a-11

Hibiscus acetosella 'Red Shield' plant details

Hibiscus acetosella 'Red Shield' is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial shrub with burgundy foliage. In fall and summer burgundy flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hibiscus acetosella 'Red Shield'

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: malvaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen burgundy
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: burgundy blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hibiscus acetosella 'Red Shield'

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Iridescent maroon foliage of this plant provides a stark contrast in any garden setting. A fast growing and vigorous tropical shrub or perennial. May produce 2" gorgeous burgundy Hibiscus blooms in summer that are normally unnoticed among the dark foliage.

Gardening facts about Hibiscus acetosella 'Red Shield' plant

How to Grow Hibiscus acetosella 'Red Shield'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • burgundy
  • Flower Color

    • burgundy
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
    • semi-evergreen

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