Alyogyne huegelii (Blue Hibiscus)
Lilac Hibiscus, Blue Hibiscus, Hibiscus huegelii
Attractive and rarely troubled by pests, Alyogyne huegelii (Blue Hibiscus) is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub of upright and open habit, noted for its large, trumpet-shaped, lilac-blue to deep purple flowers, 4 in. across (10 cm). Blooming off and on all year, each glossy-petaled flower lasts 2-3 days. Borne singly from the leaf axils of young shoots, they stand out strikingly against the pubescent foliage of deeply cut, 3-5 lobed, dark green leaves. Heat-loving but freeze sensitive, Blue Hibiscus is a wonderful flowering accent plant for water-wise and xeric gardens.
- Typically grows with a rounded habit to 4-8 ft. tall and wide (120-240 cm).
- A full sun lover, this plant is best grown in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils. Infrequent to regular waterings. Drought tolerant once established.
- Plant in shrub borders, wall-side borders, Mediterranean gardens, city gardens, or containers.
- Generally disease free. Keep an eye out for aphids, glasshouse red spider mites, and glasshouse whitefly.
- Blooms in summer and late fall on the previous or current year's growth. Will need little pruning. Prune lightly in mid-late spring, removing unsightly shoots as required.
- Propagation: Root semi-ripe cuttings in late summer.
- Native to southwestern Australia.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 9
– 11 |
---|---|
Climate Zones | 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Height | 4' – 8' (120cm – 240cm) |
Spread | 4' – 8' (120cm – 240cm) |
Spacing | 48" – 96" (120cm – 240cm) |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
Native Plants | Australia |
Tolerance | Drought |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers, Wall-Side Borders |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Mediterranean Garden |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 9
– 11 |
---|---|
Climate Zones | 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Height | 4' – 8' (120cm – 240cm) |
Spread | 4' – 8' (120cm – 240cm) |
Spacing | 48" – 96" (120cm – 240cm) |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
Native Plants | Australia |
Tolerance | Drought |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers, Wall-Side Borders |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Mediterranean Garden |