Fullmoon® Hibiscus

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Monoon'

Pronunciation: hi-BIS-kus ROH-zuh si-NEN-sis
SKU #04120
10-11

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LIGHT: Full sun
WATER: Keep soil consistently moist.
SIZE: Moderate growing; reaches 4 to 6 ft. tall, 3 to 4 ft. wide.

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This Plant's Growing Zones: 10-11

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Description This handsome heat and sun loving shrub produces a profusion of bright yellow double blooms all summer long. The lush, glossy, dark-green foliage is ideal for use as a hedge, screen, or background specimen. Adds an exotic, tropical flair to containers for patios and courtyards. A frost-tender evergreen.
Bloom Time Nearly year-round in frost-free regions.
Deciduous/Evergreen Evergreen
Special Features Attracts Hummingbirds, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators
Problems/Solutions Coastal Exposure
Growth Rate Moderate
Growth Habit Rounded
Flower Attributes Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers
Landscape Use Border, Container, Espalier, Hedge, Privacy Screen
Design Ideas Hibiscus's impressive flowers whisper of exotic nights and Polynesian delights. It deserves a spot by an entrance or gateway, massed along a walkway, or grouped with other shrubs of contrasting colors. Can be container grown for patio use and brought into a sunny, warm porch for the winter in colder climates.
Flower Color Yellow
Foliage Color Green
Companion Plants Canna (Canna); Banana (Musa); Cordyline (Cordyline); Phormium (Phormium); Lantana (Lantana)
Care Instructions Thrives in well-drained, enriched soils with neutral to slightly acidic pH. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a formal appearance, prune annually after flowering.
History This hibiscus is a hybrid of two unknown cultivated H. rosa-sinensis. Introduced in 1956 by Monrovia as Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Fullmoon', it was later assigned the name 'Monoon' when Fullmoon® became a Monrovia registered trademark, as trademarked names are not acceptable in botanical nomenclature. This hibiscus cultivar is also know in the trade as 'Butterball'.
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DescriptionThis handsome heat and sun loving shrub produces a profusion of bright yellow double blooms all summer long. The lush, glossy, dark-green foliage is ideal for use as a hedge, screen, or background specimen. Adds an exotic, tropical flair to containers for patios and courtyards. A frost-tender evergreen.
Bloom TimeNearly year-round in frost-free regions.
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesAttracts Hummingbirds, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators
Problems/SolutionsCoastal Exposure
Growth RateModerate
Growth HabitRounded
Flower AttributesFlowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Container, Espalier, Hedge, Privacy Screen
Design IdeasHibiscus's impressive flowers whisper of exotic nights and Polynesian delights. It deserves a spot by an entrance or gateway, massed along a walkway, or grouped with other shrubs of contrasting colors. Can be container grown for patio use and brought into a sunny, warm porch for the winter in colder climates.
Flower ColorYellow
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsCanna (Canna); Banana (Musa); Cordyline (Cordyline); Phormium (Phormium); Lantana (Lantana)
Care
Care InstructionsThrives in well-drained, enriched soils with neutral to slightly acidic pH. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a formal appearance, prune annually after flowering.
History
HistoryThis hibiscus is a hybrid of two unknown cultivated H. rosa-sinensis. Introduced in 1956 by Monrovia as Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Fullmoon', it was later assigned the name 'Monoon' when Fullmoon® became a Monrovia registered trademark, as trademarked names are not acceptable in botanical nomenclature. This hibiscus cultivar is also know in the trade as 'Butterball'.

Frequently asked questions

Does Fullmoon® Hibiscus produce flowers?
Nearly year-round in frost-free regions.
Is Fullmoon® Hibiscus evergreen or deciduous?
Fullmoon® Hibiscus is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Fullmoon® Hibiscus?
Fullmoon® Hibiscus is Attracts Hummingbirds, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators.
Is Fullmoon® Hibiscus resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure
How fast does Fullmoon® Hibiscus grow?
Fullmoon® Hibiscus has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Fullmoon® Hibiscus?
Fullmoon® Hibiscus grows in an Rounded habit.
Where can I use Fullmoon® Hibiscus in my landscape?
Fullmoon® Hibiscus is suitable for: Border, Container, Espalier, Hedge, Privacy Screen.
How can I use Fullmoon® Hibiscus in my garden design?
Hibiscus's impressive flowers whisper of exotic nights and Polynesian delights. It deserves a spot by an entrance or gateway, massed along a walkway, or grouped with other shrubs of contrasting colors. Can be container grown for patio use and brought into a sunny, warm porch for the winter in colder climates.
What color are Fullmoon® Hibiscus flowers?
Fullmoon® Hibiscus produces Yellow flowers.
What color is the foliage of Fullmoon® Hibiscus?
Fullmoon® Hibiscus has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Fullmoon® Hibiscus?
Good companion plants for Fullmoon® Hibiscus include: Canna (Canna); Banana (Musa); Cordyline (Cordyline); Phormium (Phormium); Lantana (Lantana).
How do I care for Fullmoon® Hibiscus?
Thrives in well-drained, enriched soils with neutral to slightly acidic pH. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a formal appearance, prune annually after flowering.
What is the history of Fullmoon® Hibiscus?
This hibiscus is a hybrid of two unknown cultivated H. rosa-sinensis. Introduced in 1956 by Monrovia as Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Fullmoon', it was later assigned the name 'Monoon' when Fullmoon® became a Monrovia registered trademark, as trademarked names are not acceptable in botanical nomenclature. This hibiscus cultivar is also know in the trade as 'Butterball'.

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.