Hibiscus rosa-sinensis [single red]

Also Known As

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Single Red'
China Rose
Chinese Hibiscus
Hawaiian Hibiscus
Shoe Black Plant
Shoe Flower
Single Red Tropical Hibiscus

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 4'-5'

planting zones

10a-12

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Hibiscus rosa-sinensis [single red] plant details

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis [single red] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer orange and red flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - 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 [single red]

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hibiscus rosa-sinensis [single red]

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large deep deep red single flowers are produced in abundance practically throughout the year. This is a fairly full and vigorous growing hibiscus that lends itself to containers and tropical garden settings. This Single Red Hibiscus is similar to the species although this one may actually be of hybrid parentage. Either way this is a flower producing machine and can be found in flower throughout the year if provided with ample light and good growing conditions. Easy to grow and sure to pique the interest of hummingbirds and other pollinators.The flowers of the red forms of Tropical Hibiscus are used to shine shoes in places like India giving it the names Shoe Plant and Shoe Black Plant.