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sea hibiscus

sea hibiscus

Hibiscus tiliaceus

shrub☀️ full sun💧💧 moderate waterZone 10aZone 12b

A tropical shrub or small tree with large heart-shaped leaves and hibiscus-like yellow flowers that turn orange-red. Extremely salt and wind tolerant, making it ideal for coastal gardens.

Overview

Form
Spreading
Growth Rate
fast
Size
8–30′ tall × 8–30′ wide
Dormancy
evergreen

Tolerances & Soil

Zone 10aZone 12b
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 10a to Zone 12b

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

SpringSummerFall

Succession Role

pioneerearly successional

Native to the United States

Native Range

Tropical Indo-Pacific

Native to: Hawaii

Function & Care

wildlife benefitwindbreakpollinator nectaryfibererosion controlhedgerow

Establishment & Care

Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed, cutting