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Hibiscus Double Red is a tropical evergreen shrub with large, layered red flowers. Ideal for flowering hedges, foundation beds, and patio containers.
| Mature Height: | 6–8 ft. |
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| Mature Width: | 3–6 ft. |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun (6-8+ Hours) |
| Water Needs: | Moderate |
| Growth Rate: | Moderate to Fast |
| Botanical Name: | Hibiscus rosa-sinensis |
| Grows Well In Zones: | USDA Zones: 9B-11 |
Hibiscus Double Red – Layered Red Flowers for Tropical Landscapes
Produces large, double-layered red flowers throughout warm weather. Suitable for flowering hedges, foundation plantings, tropical garden beds, and outdoor containers.
Hibiscus Double Red is a double-flowered selection of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, commonly known as Tropical Hibiscus. It typically grows 4–8 feet tall and 3–6 feet wide, depending on the variety, growing conditions, and pruning. Its branching growth allows it to be maintained as a medium-sized shrub or larger flowering hedge.
This shrub grows best in full sun to partial shade and prefers fertile, well-drained soil. Locations receiving at least six hours of direct sunlight daily generally support stronger flowering. Some afternoon shade is tolerated, although excessive shade can reduce flower production.
For flowering hedges, space Hibiscus Double Red approximately 3–4 feet apart, depending on the starting plant size and desired coverage. It can also be planted individually in front yard beds or positioned behind shorter flowering plants to provide additional height.
Newly planted Hibiscus Double Red requires regular watering while its roots become established. Mature plants prefer consistent soil moisture during active growth and flowering. Allow the upper soil to begin drying between waterings, but avoid prolonged drought, which can cause developing flower buds to drop.
Hibiscus Double Red produces large flowers with multiple layers of red petals, creating a fuller appearance than single-flowered varieties. Individual blooms are short-lived, but established plants continually develop new buds during warm weather. Double flowers may become heavy after rainfall and occasionally require removal when damaged.
This hibiscus grows at a moderate to fast rate and responds well to pruning. Trimming in early spring encourages branching and helps maintain the desired height and width. Use a fertilizer formulated for tropical Hibiscus with adequate potassium and micronutrients while avoiding excessive phosphorus. Frost can damage leaves, flower buds, and tender branches.
Why You'll Love It
Full, Layered Red Flowers: Produces large blooms with multiple layers of red petals, creating a fuller flower shape than single-flowered Hibiscus varieties.
Repeated Warm-Weather Blooms: Develops new flower buds throughout warm weather, providing colorful blooms beyond a single flowering period.
Colorful Hedge Coverage: Dense green foliage and branching growth allow plants to form flowering hedges with repeated red blooms.
Individual Flowering Accent: Large double flowers make it suitable as a single flowering shrub in front yard beds, tropical gardens, and entryway landscapes.
Sun Requirements: Grows in full sun to partial shade, with at least six hours of direct sunlight generally supporting stronger flowering.
Water Needs: Requires regular watering during establishment and consistent moisture during active flowering. Avoid prolonged drought and saturated soil.
Mature Size: Approximately 4–8 feet tall and 3–6 feet wide, depending on growing conditions and pruning.
Best Uses: Red flowering hedges, front yard flower beds, sunny foundation plantings, tropical garden borders, patio landscape beds, and large outdoor containers.
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