Hibiscus 'Kui Nuku'PBR — Bushy | Fenn

Overview

Hibiscus 'Kui Nuku'PBR is a bushy shrubs in the genus Hibiscus, part of the Malvaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hibiscus 'Kui Nuku'PBR grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include shrub borders, specimen planting and hedging.

About

Hibiscus 'Kui Nuku'PBR is a deciduous shrub cultivar within the Hibiscus genus, known for its bushy habit. As a member of the Malvaceae family, it thrives best in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect. This cultivar prefers fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for shrub borders, specimen planting, and hedging. 'Kui Nuku'PBR flowers in spring and summer and is propagated by semi-hardwood cuttings.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Hibiscus

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Loam
Soil pH: Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: South-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Hibiscus 'Kui Nuku'PBR size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Shrubs
Habit: Bushy
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: Shrub borders, specimen planting, hedging

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Hibiscus 'Kui Nuku'PBR

Propagation: Semi-hardwood cuttings
Pest resistance: Aphids, scale insects, mealybugs, glasshouse whitefly
Disease resistance: Honey fungus, powdery mildews

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Hibiscus 'Kui Nuku'PBR?

Hibiscus 'Kui Nuku'PBR prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Hibiscus 'Kui Nuku'PBR need?

Hibiscus 'Kui Nuku'PBR grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Hibiscus 'Kui Nuku'PBR hardy in the UK?

Hibiscus 'Kui Nuku'PBR has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.

How do I propagate Hibiscus 'Kui Nuku'PBR?

Semi-hardwood cuttings.

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