A delightful native hibiscus with prolific pale pink flowers that are perfumed. Suits most areas except for very cold ones. Once established it will take periods of drought, light frost, and high heat and humidity. It grows to around 2 metres high and a metre and a half wide, and has glossy green thin leaves on attractive red stems. The flower petals can be used for making jam and for drinks and cordials. It is a cross between Hibiscus heterophyllus and H. divaricatus.
Hibiscus hybrid ‘Aussie Delight’ – Native Hibiscus
Plant Information
Plant Type - Small shrub, Large shrub
Common Name - Native Hibiscus
Scientific Name - Hibiscus hybrid
Family - Malvaceae
Cultivar Name - Aussie Delight
Other Common Name -
Minimum Height - 1.5
Maximum Height - 2
Minimum Width - 1
Maximum Width - 1.5
Flower Colour - Pink
Flowering Time - Spring, Summer, Autumn
pH Level - Neutral
Soil Type - Sandy, Clay, Loamy, Sandy loam, Potting mix, Poor soil
Plant Environment - Low maintenance garden, Courtyard, Poolside, Container growing, Cottage garden, Flower garden, Coastal garden, Drought resistant
Climate Zone - Tropical, Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean, Cool
Light - Sunny, Light shade, Half shade
Growth Habit - Evergreen, Dense foliage, Open foliage, Spreading
Life Span - Perennial
Soil Moisture - Dry, Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage
Propagation Method -
Frost Tolerance - Tolerates light frost
Plant Usage - Hedge, Screen, Windbreak
Special Uses - Edible, Tea, Bird nesting plant
Attracts Wildlife - Bees, Butterflies, Other insects
Angus Cultivar -