Hibiscus tiliaceus [variegated]

Also Known As

Hibiscus tiliaceus 'Variegatus'
Hibiscus tiliaceus tricolor
Talipariti tiliaceum 'Albo-Variegatus'
Mahoe Sea Hibiscus
Sea Hibiscus
Tricolor Hibiscus
Variegated Beach Hibiscus
Variegated Mahoe

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 8'
W: 8'

planting zones

10a-11

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Hibiscus tiliaceus [variegated] plant details

Hibiscus tiliaceus [variegated] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green, pink, variegated and white foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hibiscus tiliaceus [variegated]

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: malvaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, pink, variegated and white
Mature size: 0 FT - 8 FT - wide, 0 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, culinary, edible, foliage plant, heart-shaped leaves, houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hibiscus tiliaceus [variegated]

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

TALIPARITA TILIACUM ALBO VARIEGATUS - TALIPARITA TILIACEUM TRICOLOR- VARIEGATED MAHOE SEA HIBISCUS - The leaves are huge - heart shaped, and variegated in shades of green, pink, cream. The variegation varies in many patterns - specks, splashed, and striped. New growth is a rich deep maroon. Likes sun to part shade, grows 8'x8' and hardy in zones 9-11. Large yellow flowers that mature to a maroon red. The flowers are edible raw or cooked.

By: Accents for Home and Garden

Huge heart shaped tropical leaves are speckled, splashed, and striped in shades of green, cream, pink, and deep burgundy. A striking splash of color and interest for a sunny garden or patio. The rich maroon new growth gives the appearance of flowers from a distance, although it is said to flower rarely.