| Description | Hibiscus Cherie is tropical orange flowering Hibiscus. Great plant for containers. |
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| Plant Type | All Plants, Perennial Tender |
| Hardiness Zone | 10-11 |
| Sunlight | full |
| Moisture | average |
| Soil & Site | average, well drained |
| Flowers | large orange single flowers with a red throat, pentamerous |
| Leaves | dark green leaves |
| Maintenance | Tropical Hibiscus can be overwintered in the house. Bring in as the temperature starts to fall below 50 degrees F. Repot and cut back 50% and grow in a nice bright window. Spray (drench) plant with insecticidal soap a few times before bringing in to control any insects. Tropical Hibiscus I have grown have been prone to White Fly problems. |
| Propagation | cuttings |