Blue Hibiscus
This is a beautiful, rounded shrub with light purple to blue colored flowers that are darker and more consistent in this selection than in the species. Flowers appear year-round over its furry green leaves. Blue hibiscus is a an excellent shrub for many different landscapes given its exceptional flowers, ability to grow in many soil types, and drought tolerance.
Alyogyne huegelli 'Santa Cruz' (Hibiscus h.)
Leaf Characteristics
Leaf texture : Hairy
Leaf length : 1 1/4- 3"
Leaf shape : Palmate
Leaf color : Bright green
Flower Characteristics
Flower width : 4"
Flower shape : Funnel-shaped
Flower color : Blue
Plant Anatomy
Foliage growth cycle : Evergreen
Average size maturity width : 4-6 ft.
Average size maturity height : 4-6 ft.
Growth rate : Fast
Cultural Information
USDA Zone : 20 to 25 F( Z9a)
Sunset zone : 13-17, 20-24
Water requirements : Moderate
Light exposure : Sun
Landscape Attributes
Attractive bark :Yes