Red-Leaf Hibiscus 'Panama Red', False Roselle 'Panama Red', African Rose Mallow 'Panama Red', Hibiscus 'Panama Red', 'Panama Red' Hibiscus, Hibiscus acetosella 'Panama Red' PP20121
Fast-growing, Hibiscus acetosella ‘Panama Red’ (Red-Leaf Hibiscus) is a compact, tropical herbaceous perennial, primarily grown for its remarkably beautiful, burgundy-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, carmine-red color through even the hottest days. From late summer to fall, bright red, funnel-shaped flowers are infrequently produced. Bred for the hot and humid gardens of the South, ‘Panama Red’ is ideal for edible landscaping as both the foliage and flowers add color and flavor to salads.
| Hardiness |
9 - 10 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
1 - 12 |
| Climate Zones | 9, 15, 16, 17, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Malvaceae |
| Genus | Hibiscus |
| Common names | Hibiscus |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height |
3' - 4' (90cm - 120cm) |
| Spread |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing | 24" (60cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| 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 |
| Hardiness |
9 - 10 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
1 - 12 |
| Climate Zones | 9, 15, 16, 17, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Malvaceae |
| Genus | Hibiscus |
| Common names | Hibiscus |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height |
3' - 4' (90cm - 120cm) |
| Spread |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing | 24" (60cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| 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 |
How many Hibiscus acetosella ‘Panama Red’ (Red-Leaf Hibiscus) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Hibiscus acetosella ‘Panama Red’ (Red-Leaf Hibiscus) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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