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Hibiscus Single Red is a tropical evergreen shrub with large, bright red flowers and glossy green leaves. Ideal for flowering hedges, garden beds, and patios.
| Mature Height: | 6-8 ft. |
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| Mature Width: | 4-6 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 Single Red – Bright Red Flowers for Tropical Landscapes
Produces large, single-petaled red flowers throughout warm weather. Suitable for flowering hedges, foundation beds, tropical gardens, and outdoor containers.
Hibiscus Single Red is a single-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 taller 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. Partial shade is tolerated, although excessive shade can reduce flower production.
For flowering hedges, space Hibiscus Single 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 tropical plants to provide flowering height.
Newly planted Hibiscus Single 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 Single Red produces large, open red flowers with a visible central flower column. Individual blooms typically last about one day, but healthy plants continually develop new buds during warm weather. The open flower structure generally provides easier access to pollen and nectar for suitable visiting pollinators than heavily doubled varieties.
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 flower buds, leaves, and tender branches.
Why You'll Love It
Classic Single Red Flowers: Produces large, open red blooms with a visible center, distinguishing it from double-flowered Hibiscus varieties.
Repeated Warm-Season Blooms: Continually develops new flower buds during warm weather, providing bright red flowers beyond a single flowering period.
Flowering Hedge Coverage: Dense green foliage and branching growth allow plants to form medium-height hedges with repeated red blooms.
Accessible Flower Centers: Single flowers have an open structure that allows suitable visiting pollinators easier access than heavily doubled blooms.
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: Flowering property borders, pollinator garden beds, front yard flower gardens, sunny foundation plantings, tropical landscape borders, and patio gardens.
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