Hibiscus 'Mahogany Splendor' (Red-Leaf Hibiscus)
Red-Leaf Hibiscus 'Mahogany Splendor', False Roselle 'Mahogany Splendor', African Rose Mallow 'Mahogany Splendor', Hibiscus 'Mahogany Splendor', 'Mahogany Splendor' Hibiscus
Adding color and drama, Hibiscus 'Mahogany Splendor' (Red-Leaf Hibiscus) is a compact, tropical herbaceous perennial, primarily grown for its remarkably beautiful, mahogany-red, deeply cut foliage. As decorative as the leaves of Japanese maples, the evergreen leaves are held facing outwards on long stalks and retain their rich, chocolate-red color through even the hottest days. Drought and heat resistant, 'Mahogany Splendor' is ideally suited to the landscape and looks terrific in containers.
- Typically grows up to 3-5 ft. tall (90-150 cm) and 24-30 in. wide (60-75 cm).
- A full sun to part shade lover, this plant is best grown in well-drained soils. Apply a balanced fertilizer each spring and summer
- Fairly pest and disease free. Deer resistant.
- Plant in mixed borders or large containers.
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Requirements
| Hardiness | 8
– 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 1
– 12 |
| Climate Zones | 9, 15, 16, 17, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Hibiscus |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
| Height | 3' – 5' (90cm – 150cm) |
| Spread | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
| Spacing | 24" – 36" (60cm – 90cm) |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Deer |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
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Requirements
| Hardiness | 8
– 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 1
– 12 |
| Climate Zones | 9, 15, 16, 17, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Hibiscus |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
| Height | 3' – 5' (90cm – 150cm) |
| Spread | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
| Spacing | 24" – 36" (60cm – 90cm) |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Deer |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
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