Overview
Hibiscus striatus subsp. lambertianus is a bushy shrubs in the genus Hibiscus, part of the Malvaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hibiscus striatus subsp. lambertianus 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 striatus subsp. lambertianus is a deciduous shrub cultivar within the diverse Hibiscus genus, known for its large, funnel-shaped blooms and extended flowering period. This bushy shrub thrives in full sun on south-facing, sheltered sites with fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for shrub borders, specimen planting, or hedging. It flowers in spring and summer and can be 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 striatus subsp. lambertianus 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 striatus subsp. lambertianus
- 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 striatus subsp. lambertianus?
Hibiscus striatus subsp. lambertianus prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hibiscus striatus subsp. lambertianus need?
Hibiscus striatus subsp. lambertianus grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Hibiscus striatus subsp. lambertianus hardy in the UK?
Hibiscus striatus subsp. lambertianus 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 striatus subsp. lambertianus?
Semi-hardwood cuttings.
More in the Hibiscus genus
- Hibiscus 'Copenhagen'
- Hibiscus 'Mahogany Splendor'
- Hibiscus acetosella 'Haight Ashbury'
- Hibiscus acetosella 'Red Shield'
- Hibiscus arnottianus
- Hibiscus calyphyllusRock's hibiscus
- Hibiscus clayi
- Hibiscus coccineusAmerican scarlet rose mallow
