Alyogyne huegelii

Also Known As

Blue Hibiscus
Lilac Hibiscus
Purple Hibiscus

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-10'
W: 3'-6'

planting zones

9a-12

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Alyogyne huegelii plant details

Alyogyne huegelii is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer blue and lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Alyogyne huegelii

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: malvaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: blue and lavender blooms in spring and summer
Uses: long-blooming, showy, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Alyogyne huegelii

USDA Zones: 9a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A rough-textured shrub to 10' high with an equal spread and deeply lobed dark green leaves. Blue, 4" hibiscus-like flowers bloom most of the year in coastal climates. We carry the cultivar 'Santa Cruz' with dark blue flowers, and continue to experiment with other selections. Full sun or light shade is best, and care should be taken in colder climates as they are not particularly hardy. Drought tolerant when established but best with moderate garden water.

By: Native Sons

LILAC BLUE HIBISCUS - This plant is not the typical hibiscus, the foliage is much smaller and it is not a hardy type in zones colder than 9. It is a upright plant with deeply cut leaves and produces 3-4" lilac blue silky flowers that have 5 overlapping luminous petals in spring. Hardy zone 9-11. minimum temp 55 degrees. An Australia Native. Needs direct sun and perfers warmth. It is drought tolerant once established. Attracts humminbirds and is deer resistant.