(Hibiscus)

Hibiscus is a large genus consisting of more than 200 species of herbaceous plants, trees, and shrubs, both evergreen and deciduous. Most are native to the warm areas of the world, including the tropics, subtropics and warm-temperate regions. Chinese hibiscus is arguably the most widely planted and beloved of all tropical flowering shrubs.

Usually woody and variable in form, Hibiscus have simple leaves that are arranged alternately on the stem. They are often lobed with toothed...

(African Rosemallow, False Roselle)

African Rosemallow is a fast-growing, shrubby annual or short-lived, woody- based perennial grown mainly for its red-flushed leaves, which are often compared to the decorative leaves of Japanese maples. The leaves of this hibiscus are held facing outwards on long stalks and they form a cascading round canopy. Some gardeners use the leaves in salads and stir fries for their tartness. The flowers are funnel-shaped and yellow or purplish-pink. They bloom from late summer to fall. This hibiscus species...

(African Rosemallow)

African Rosemallow is a fast-growing, shrubby annual or short-lived, woody- based perennial grown mainly for its red-flushed leaves, which are often compared to the decorative leaves of Japanese maples. The leaves of this hibiscus are held facing outwards on long stalks and they form a cascading round canopy. Some gardeners use the leaves in salads and stir fries for their tartness. The flowers are funnel-shaped and yellow or purplish-pink. They bloom from late summer to fall. This hibiscus species...

(African Rosemallow)

African Rosemallow is a fast-growing, shrubby annual or short-lived, woody- based perennial grown mainly for its red-flushed leaves, which are often compared to the decorative leaves of Japanese maples. The leaves of this hibiscus are held facing outwards on long stalks and they form a cascading round canopy. Some gardeners use the leaves in salads and stir fries for their tartness. The flowers are funnel-shaped and yellow or purplish-pink. They bloom from late summer to fall. This hibiscus species...

(Aquarian Hardy Hibiscus, Hybrid Hardy Hibiscus)

Compact and extremely hardy, 'Aquarian' is an excellent hybrid hibiscus for the garden. This fine introduction was bred by David Fleming and Gretchen Zwetzig in Lincoln, Nebraska and is a cross between the popular hardy hibiscus species Hibiscus moscheutos and Hibiscus coccineus.

This semi-woody perennial has deeply lobed leaves that are maple-like in shape and deep green with purple hues. Its plate-sized flowers are lavender-pink with purple-red eyes. They bloom continuously...

(Hawaiian White Hibiscus, Koki'o ke'oke'o, O'ahu White Hibiscus)

Gracefully arching branches are kissed with large white, trumpet-like flowers with a sweet fragrance in the warm months. A large evergreen shrub to small tree from the moist forests of Hawaii (Oahu and Molokai), it has relatively smooth, drab tan bark. The foliage is long and oval, with or without some small teeth on the edges, and may also have red veins or leaf stems. The white, five-petaled flowers appear at the ends of branches, year 'round when warmth and soil moisture is plentiful. Each single-form...

(Brandy Punch Hibiscus, Hybrid Hardy Hibiscus)

This hardy hibiscus, 'Brandy Punch' is an herbaceous perennial with upright, branching stems, a partly woody base, and enormous flowers. A member of the large-flowered Cordial Series, it blooms with dark pink flowers the size of dinner plates that last for 3-4 days and are replaced from late summer until frost by new flowers from multiple clusters of buds. Its leaves green, large, and mildly resemble maple leaves in outline and are purple or purple-green. The compact plant habit is upright yet also...

(Lemon-yellow Rosemallow)

Hibiscus is a large genus consisting of more than 200 species of herbaceous plants, trees, and shrubs, both evergreen and deciduous. Most are native to the warm areas of the world, including the tropics, subtropics and warm-temperate regions. Chinese hibiscus is arguably the most widely planted and beloved of all tropical flowering shrubs.

Usually woody and variable in form, Hibiscus have simple leaves that are arranged alternately on the stem. They are often lobed with toothed...

(Brown Indian Hemp)

Hibiscus is a large genus consisting of more than 200 species of herbaceous plants, trees, and shrubs, both evergreen and deciduous. Most are native to the warm areas of the world, including the tropics, subtropics and warm-temperate regions. Chinese hibiscus is arguably the most widely planted and beloved of all tropical flowering shrubs.

Usually woody and variable in form, Hibiscus have simple leaves that are arranged alternately on the stem. They are often lobed with toothed...

(Cherry Brandy Hibiscus, Hybrid Hardy Hibiscus)

Large, bright cherry red flowers cover this hardy hibiscus in the heat of summer. 'Cherry Brandy' is a compact, upright, herbaceous perennial that offers a tropical look while being well adapted to climates with cold winters. It was bred by Mark A. Smith of Fort Meyers, Florida and introduced by Yoder Brothers Inc.

This hibiscus has an upright, bushy habit and its lobed leaves are deep green with a purple cast. Its branches produce clusters of buds in midsummer that open in succession until frost....