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Hibiscus rosa-sinensis [double pink and white]

Also Known As

  • Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Double Pink and White'
  • Double Pink and White Chinese Hibiscus
  • Double Pink and White Tropical Hibiscus,

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 4'-5'

planting zones

  • 10a-12

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Hibiscus rosa-sinensis [double pink and white] plant details

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis [double pink and white] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer cream and pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hibiscus rosa-sinensis [double pink and white]

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: malvaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and pink blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, houseplant, long-blooming, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hibiscus rosa-sinensis [double pink and white]

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The white petals of these medium to large loosely double white flowers exhibit rich pink hearts. This double flowered Hibiscus is a free flowering shrub with a good branching habit. A Tropical or Chinese Hibiscus, it is well suited to container culture or it may be used in gardens and landscapes as a specimen or hedge where hardy. It can be overwintered in a sunny window where not cold hardy. Provide a full to partly sunny position in a fertile, well-drained soil.

Gardening facts about Hibiscus rosa-sinensis [double pink and white] plant

How to Grow Hibiscus rosa-sinensis [double pink and white]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 4'-12'

Width: 3'-4'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture
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Zones

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Size

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Width: 5'-6'

  • sun
  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 8'

Width: 8'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 1'-3'

Width: 1'-3'

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Plant Type

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Zones

9a-12

Size

Height: 1'-6'

Width: 3'-6'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
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