Red Hibiscus: A Tropical Garden Delight
The red hibiscus adds a touch of tropical elegance to any space with its bold, scarlet red blooms and lush green foliage. This live hibiscus plant is a classic variety, blooming from spring through fall, attracting butterflies, hummingbirds, and admiring eyes alike. It’s organically grown and shipped in a nursery pot, making it perfect for sunny patios, garden beds, or containers. This tropical favorite performs beautifully as a pollinator-friendly, fast-growing ornamental shrub.
Imagine your garden adorned with large, deep red blooms, each measuring 6–8 inches wide! The red hibiscus blooms continuously from spring to fall, providing a vibrant display of color for months. It’s not only beautiful but also beneficial, attracting pollinators like butterflies and hummingbirds to your garden. Whether you plant it in containers, use it in landscaping, or create a privacy screen, this hibiscus is easy to grow with plenty of sun and regular watering.
Benefits of Red Hibiscus:
- Stunning Blooms: Enjoy large, vibrant red flowers.
- Pollinator Attraction: Attract butterflies and hummingbirds.
- Versatile Use: Perfect for containers, gardens, and privacy screens.
- Easy Care: Simple to grow with sun and water.
- Long Blooming Season: Blooms from spring to fall.
What to Expect: You’ll receive one (1) live red hibiscus plant. Available sizes include a plug (starter plant), a 4-inch nursery pot, and a 1-gallon pot. The height at shipping ranges from approximately 6–14 inches. The plant is grown without synthetic chemicals and shipped in recyclable, eco-conscious packaging. It’s hardy in USDA Zones 9–11 and can be grown as an annual in cooler zones.
Care Tips: Ensure your red hibiscus thrives by providing full sun (6+ hours/day). Keep the soil consistently moist but well-drained. Use a rich, loamy soil mix with organic content and fertilize monthly with a bloom booster during the growing season. In zones below 9, bring the plant indoors or cover it for cold protection.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How big will this red hibiscus get?
This hibiscus typically grows to a height of 4–6 feet tall, making it a great addition to any garden. - What are the ideal growing conditions for this tropical shrub?
This hibiscus thrives in full sun (6+ hours/day) and requires consistently moist, well-drained soil. A rich, loamy mix with organic content is ideal. - How often should I water my red hibiscus plant?
Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Check the soil moisture regularly, especially during hot weather. - Is this red hibiscus hardy in colder climates?
It is hardy in USDA Zones 9–11. In cooler zones, it can be grown as an annual or brought indoors during the winter. - What type of fertilizer should I use for continuous blooming?
Use a bloom booster fertilizer monthly during the growing season to encourage continuous blooming.
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