Overview
Hibiscus syriacus 'Boule de Feu' (d) is a bushy shrubs in the genus Hibiscus, part of the Malvaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hibiscus syriacus 'Boule de Feu' (d) 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 syriacus 'Boule de Feu' is a bushy, deciduous shrub belonging to the Malvaceae family. As a cultivar of Hibiscus, it produces large, funnel-shaped blooms that contribute to an extended flowering period in spring and summer. This plant thrives best in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, favouring 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, and can be propagated 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 syriacus 'Boule de Feu' (d) 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 syriacus 'Boule de Feu' (d)
- 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 syriacus 'Boule de Feu' (d)?
Hibiscus syriacus 'Boule de Feu' (d) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hibiscus syriacus 'Boule de Feu' (d) need?
Hibiscus syriacus 'Boule de Feu' (d) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Hibiscus syriacus 'Boule de Feu' (d) hardy in the UK?
Hibiscus syriacus 'Boule de Feu' (d) 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 syriacus 'Boule de Feu' (d)?
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
