Overview
Hibiscus x rosa-sinensis 'Gerald Derr' is a bushy shrubs in the genus Hibiscus, part of the Malvaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hibiscus x rosa-sinensis 'Gerald Derr' 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 x rosa-sinensis 'Gerald Derr' is a bushy, deciduous cultivar of the Hibiscus genus, which includes a range of shrubs, trees, and perennials known for their large, funnel-shaped flowers. This cultivar thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect with fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for shrub borders, specimen planting, and hedging. 'Gerald Derr' is best grown 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 x rosa-sinensis 'Gerald Derr' 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 x rosa-sinensis 'Gerald Derr'
- 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 x rosa-sinensis 'Gerald Derr'?
Hibiscus x rosa-sinensis 'Gerald Derr' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hibiscus x rosa-sinensis 'Gerald Derr' need?
Hibiscus x rosa-sinensis 'Gerald Derr' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Hibiscus x rosa-sinensis 'Gerald Derr' hardy in the UK?
Hibiscus x rosa-sinensis 'Gerald Derr' 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 x rosa-sinensis 'Gerald Derr'?
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
