About
A very tall, narrow, pillar-like shrub to 5m, with dark green, lobed foliage and pure white, single to semi-double blooms from mid-summer to mid-autumn.
About the genus
Hibiscus can be deciduous or evergreen shrubs, trees, annuals or perennials, with simple or palmately lobed leaves and large, funnel-shaped flowers over a long flowering season
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectWest-facing, South-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeShrubs
HabitColumnar upright
FoliageDeciduous
Height4-8 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height10-20 years
Suggested usesCoastal, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, City and courtyard gardens
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moist but well-drained soil in a sheltered position in full sun. Makes a good focal point
PruningPruning group 1
PropagationPropagate by semi-hardwood cuttings
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to aphids, scale insects, mealybugs and glasshouse whitefly when grown under glass
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely) and powdery mildews