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 |