Hibiscus red — Bushy | Fenn

Overview

Hibiscus red is a bushy shrubs in the genus Hibiscus, part of the Malvaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hibiscus red 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 red is a deciduous shrub cultivar of the Hibiscus genus, known for its bushy habit and large, funnel-shaped blooms that appear throughout spring and summer. As a member of the Malvaceae family, it thrives best in fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH, requiring full sun and a sheltered, south-facing aspect. This hardy plant (H5) is well suited to shrub borders, specimen planting, and hedging in the UK. Propagation is typically achieved through 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 red 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 red

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 red?

Hibiscus red prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Hibiscus red need?

Hibiscus red grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Hibiscus red hardy in the UK?

Hibiscus red 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 red?

Semi-hardwood cuttings.

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