Erin Rachel Hibiscus
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Erin Rachel'
SKU
2520
These flowers spell hot and tropical every time! Wide neon orange trumpets blend into vibrant pink and a rich magenta throat for unbelievably bright show. High contrast color against compact, dark green plant is super dramatic. Slow-growing smaller stature shrub ensures it remains in scale with the space. Ideal patio container specimen. Add to beds and borders for infusion of color. Evergreen shrub. Full sun. Slow growing 5 to 6 feet tall, 3 to 4 feet wide.
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10 - 11 Change
Full sun
Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | hi-BIS-kus ROH-zuh si-NEN-sis |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Slowly reaches 5 to 6 ft. tall, 3 to 4 ft. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Summer; nearly year-round in mild climates. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Orange |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Tropical |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge, Houseplant, Specimen, Cutting Garden, Coastal Exposure, Urban Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Soil Needs | Tree & Shrub Food |
| Special Feature | Gift Plant, Year-round Interest, Compact Form |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers. |
| Key Feature | Bright Tropical Flowers |
Thrives in well-drained, enriched soils with neutral to slightly acidic pH. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Apply a general fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a formal appearance, prune annually after flowering.
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