Hibiscus hybrid ‘Citrus Mist’

Hibiscus hybrid 'Citrus Mist'

A useful and decorative tall shrub to 2 metres tall, with large showy and lightly fragrant lemon yellow flowers with dark red centres. It is compact, and can be pruned after flowering to further encourage a more dense habit. Great for screening and informal hedging, coastal gardens. Flower petals are edible and can be used for jam, syrup and cordial. Can be grown in all states, and has the advantage of being tolerant of light frost and drought. Can have occasional spikiness to stems.

Family : Malvaceae

Cultivar Name: Citrus Mist

Plant Type : Large shrub

Width : 1.5

Flowering Time : Spring, Summer, Autumn, All year

Soil Type : Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix

Climate Zone : Tropical, Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean

Growth Habit : Evergreen

Soil Moisture : Dry, Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage

Special Uses : Edible

Scientific Name: Hibiscus

Common Name : Hibiscus

Height : 2.5

Flower Color : Yellow, Pink, Purple

pH Level : Acid, Neutral

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Poolside, Container growing, Flower garden, Coastal garden, Drought resistant

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Butterflies