Tropical Hibiscus Brilliant Single Red
Botanical Name: Hibiscus Rosa Seninsis 'Brilliant Red'
Common Name: Hibiscus Brilliant Red
| Plant Family | Malvaceae |
| Mature Size | 3'x3' |
| Bloom Color | Bright Red with darker red throat |
| Bloom Form | Large classic hibiscus single |
| Bloom Time | Perpetual |
| Zone | 10, 11 |
| Fragrance | None |
| Key Features | Big flowers, strong disease resistant plant |
| Suggested Uses | Specimen, potted, accent, hedg |
About Hibiscus rosa seninsis Brilliant Single Red:
Brilliant Single Red Hibiscus is a vigorous, bushy growing tropical hibiscus cultivar that is suitable for growing in tropical and sub tropical landscapes or as a potted plant for the porch, poolside, or patio.
Tropical hibiscus are fast growing woody, flowering shrubs that have perhaps the largest number of bloom color variations of any species, there are literally thousands. Some, like Brilliant Red are easy to grow cultivars that are suitable for the landscape, and other hybrids, generally classified as 'Exotic' are fussy, and not recommended for the novice gardener.
Left unpruned, Brilliant Single Red Hibiscus will reach a mature height of about 3' to 4', but is easy to maintain at lower heights. Frequent pruning is beneficial and helps the plant grower bushier and stronger.
The flowers are large, saucer sized, classic hibiscus flowers in bright, deep, ruby red, with an attractive blended darker red almost black throat. Brilliant Single Red Hibiscus is a prolific and reliable bloomer.
For the best results with Tropical Hibiscus Brilliant Single Red:
- Plant in well draining, fertile, slightly acidic soil
- Locate in the full sun
- Prune for shape after flowering
- Feed a good quality slow release bloom boosting plant food twice yearly
- Protect from frost and freeze.
For the best results plant in loose, fertile, well draining soil. Spray it once in while in the middle of the summer (or maybe not at all in drier climates.
Tropical Hibiscus Rosa seninsis Brilliant Single Red
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