A small free flowering shrub with interesting divided foliage; profuse pink flowers are visited by butterflies. Plant en masse for a showy display in open landscapes, or as a long flowering container plant for deck, patio or balcony; may also be regularly pruned for an unusual and attractive low hedge. This plant is a biennial.
Hibiscus geranioides ‘La Belle’ – Native Hibiscus
Plant Information
Plant Type - Small shrub
Common Name - Native Hibiscus
Scientific Name - Hibiscus geranioides
Family - Malvaceae
Cultivar Name - La Belle
Other Common Name -
Minimum Height - 0.5
Maximum Height - 0.8
Minimum Width - 0.6
Maximum Width - 0.7
Flower Colour - Pink
Flowering Time - Spring, Summer, Winter
pH Level - Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type - Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix
Plant Environment - Low maintenance garden, Courtyard, Poolside, Container growing, Cottage garden, Flower garden, Coastal garden
Climate Zone - Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean, Semi-arid
Light - Sunny, Light shade
Growth Habit - Evergreen
Life Span - Annual, Biennial
Soil Moisture - Dry, Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage
Propagation Method -
Frost Tolerance - Not frost tolerant
Plant Usage -
Special Uses - Pipe and drain friendly, Fast growing, Playground friendly
Attracts Wildlife - Bees, Butterflies, Other insects
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