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    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.

    By: Almost Eden

    Gardening facts about Hibiscus tiliaceus [variegated] plant

    How to Grow Hibiscus tiliaceus [variegated]

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • seaside / salt tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • variegated
      • white
      • pink
      • green

    • Flower Color

      • yellow

    • Wildlife

      • hummingbirds

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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    Plant Type

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    Zones

    6a-9b

    Size

    Height: 4'-12'

    Width: 3'-4'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture
    Photo of Hibiscus 'Tosca' flower by Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery
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    Hibiscus schizopetalus

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    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    10a-12

    Size

    Height: 6'-8'

    Width: 5'-6'

    • sun
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Hibiscus schizopetalus flower by Ziqqy J
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    Hibiscus denudatus

    aka Paleface, Rock Hibiscus

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    9a-10b

    Size

    Height: 1'-3'

    Width: 1'-3'

    • sun
    • even moisture
    Photo of Hibiscus denudatus by Stan Shebs
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    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    9a-12

    Size

    Height: 1'-6'

    Width: 3'-6'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
    • dry when dormant
    Photo of Abelmoschus moschatus ssp. tuberosus flower by Peter Richardson
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    Hibiscus syriacus

    aka Rose Of Sharon

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub

    Zones

    5a-10b

    Size

    Height: 6'-12'

    Width: 4'-10'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture - drought tolerant
    Photo of Hibiscus syriacus flower by Cistus Nursery
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