Hibiscus rosa sinensis
Chinese rose, Tropical hibiscus
Hibiscus Hibiscus
H. rosa sinensis - H. rosa sinensis is a tender shrub with glossy leaves and large rose red blooms and a very conspicuous stamen column.
Hibiscus rosa sinensis is: Deciduous
Bushy, Erect
Red in Summer; Red in Autumn
Dark-green in Spring; Dark-green in Summer; Dark-green in Autumn
Aphids , Mealybugs , Thrips Aphids , Mealybugs , Thrips
Powdery mildew Powdery mildew
To keep mature plants growing vigorously, prune out about 1/3 of the old wood in spring. Pinching out tips of stems in spring and summer increases flower production.
Grafting, Layering, Semi-hardwood cuttings
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Hibiscus rosa sinensis (Chinese rose) will reach a height of 4.5m and a spread of 4.5m after 5-10 years.
Conservatory, Containers, Greenhouse, Indoor, Mediterranean, Wallside and trellises
Plant in moist, free-draining soil, that is alkaline to neutral, in a sheltered, sunny position. Water the plants freely during the growing season.
Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types)
Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Alkaline, Neutral
Full Sun
South, West
Sheltered
Indoor heated (H1)
We do not currently have companion plants added for this plant.
Hibiscus rosa sinensis
Chinese rose, Tropical hibiscus
Hibiscus Hibiscus
H. rosa sinensis - H. rosa sinensis is a tender shrub with glossy leaves and large rose red blooms and a very conspicuous stamen column.
Deciduous
Bushy, Erect
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Red in Summer; Red in Autumn
Dark-green in Spring; Dark-green in Summer; Dark-green in Autumn
To keep mature plants growing vigorously, prune out about 1/3 of the old wood in spring. Pinching out tips of stems in spring and summer increases flower production.
Grafting, Layering, Semi-hardwood cuttings
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Hibiscus rosa sinensis (Chinese rose) will reach a height of 4.5m and a spread of 4.5m after 5-10 years.
Conservatory, Containers, Greenhouse, Indoor, Mediterranean, Wallside and trellises
Plant in moist, free-draining soil, that is alkaline to neutral, in a sheltered, sunny position. Water the plants freely during the growing season.
Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types)
Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Alkaline, Neutral
Full Sun
South, West
Sheltered
Indoor heated (H1)
Zone 11, Zone 10
Hibiscus rosa sinensis (Chinese rose)
Cassava whitefly; Cotton whitefly; Sweet potato whitefly; Tobacco whitefly
Bemisia tabaci non-European populations
Insect
Absent
2
5
Non-European populations of Bemisia tabaci pose an additional risk to European populations due to the potential for introducing non-European viruses.
Hibiscus rosa sinensis (Chinese rose)
Lance nematode; Nematode; Lance
Hoplolaimus spp.
Nematode
Absent
2
4
Nematode species potentially affecting a wide variety of crops; prohibition of soil likely to mitigate risk substantially; keep under review in light of interceptions or findings should they occur in the EU.
Hibiscus rosa sinensis (Chinese rose)
Cassava whitefly; Cotton whitefly; Sweet potato whitefly; Tobacco whitefly
Bemisia tabaci European populations
Insect
Absent
2
4
The UK has a protected zone in place for this pest which helps to mitigate the risk of entry and establishment. An EFSA opinion is currently being discussed at the EU Annexes Working Group which recommends further strengthening of the regulation.
Our plants are under greater threat than ever before. There is increasing movement of plants and other material traded from an increasing variety of sources. This increases the chances of exotic pests arriving with imported goods and travellers, as well as by natural means. Shoot is working with Defra to help members to do their part in preventing the introduction and spread of invasive risks.
Traveling or importing plants? Please read "Don't risk it" advice here
Suspected outbreak? Click here for contact details to report to the relevant authority.
Date updated: 7th March 2019 For more information visit: https://planthealthportal.defra.gov.uk/
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Soil types: | Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) | Tell us... |
Soil drainage: | Moist but well-drained, Well-drained | Tell us... |
Soil pH: | Alkaline, Neutral | Tell us... |
Light: | Full Sun | Tell us... |
Aspect: | South, West | Tell us... |
Exposure: | Sheltered | Tell us... |
Hardiness: | Indoor heated (H1) | Tell us... |
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