Hibiscus 'Saint Tropez' — Bushy | Fenn

Overview

Hibiscus 'Saint Tropez' is a bushy shrubs in the genus Hibiscus, part of the Malvaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hibiscus 'Saint Tropez' 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 'Saint Tropez' is a bushy, deciduous cultivar within the diverse Hibiscus genus, known for its large, funnel-shaped blooms. This shrub thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, preferring 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. The plant flowers through spring and summer and is best 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 'Saint Tropez' 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 'Saint Tropez'

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 'Saint Tropez'?

Hibiscus 'Saint Tropez' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Hibiscus 'Saint Tropez' need?

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

Is Hibiscus 'Saint Tropez' hardy in the UK?

Hibiscus 'Saint Tropez' 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 'Saint Tropez'?

Semi-hardwood cuttings.

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