Typically available from early spring through summer. Check with your local store for current availability.
Tropical deciduous shrub from Central Americas has a rounded, broad habit with leathery leaves and succulent stems. Showy, extremely fragrant blooms make their appearance in an array of colors starting in spring and continue for several months. Create your own leis.
Plant with Tropical Hibiscus
Green Thumb Guide
Grows well in enriched, well draining soil. Remove spent flowers to increase flower production. Cold-sensitive below 50°F. Frost tender, winter indoors.
These characteristics apply to the greater Sacramento area and nearby regions.
Live outside of our area? Please check with your local cooperative extension for the best growing practices in your neck of the woods
Visit: UC Cooperative Extension Offices (Opens in new window)
Visit: National County Extension Offices (Opens in new window)
Green Thumb Guide
Grows well in enriched, well draining soil. Remove spent flowers to increase flower production. Cold-sensitive below 50°F. Frost tender, winter indoors.
These characteristics apply to the North Texas area and nearby regions.
Live outside of our area? Please check with your local cooperative extension for the best growing practices in your neck of the woods
Visit: Texas A&M Extension Offices (Opens in new window)
Visit: National County Extension Offices (Opens in new window)
