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Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Goldfish'

Also Known As

  • Goldfish Hibiscus

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 8'
  • W: 5'

planting zones

  • 10a-11

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Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Goldfish' plant details

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Goldfish' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer orange flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Goldfish'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: malvaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 0 FT - 5 FT - wide, 0 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Goldfish'

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: seaside / salt and wind
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Loads of large pumpkin orange single flowers are held above uniquely shaped lobed fishtail-like rich green foliage. A somewhat compact, dense growing and free-flowering Hibiscus that lends itself to containers and tropical gardens.

Gardening facts about Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Goldfish' plant

How to Grow Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Goldfish'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • wind tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • orange
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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