Blue Hibiscus, Lilac hibiscus


Scientific Name: Alyogyne huegelii (Endl.) Fryxell
Synonym: Hibiscus huegelii
Family: Malvaceae
Blue Hibiscus, Lilac hibiscus(Alyogyne huegelii)
Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: 13,15-17, 20-24
USDA: 9-11

Frost Tolerance: Hardy in Phoenix

Heat Tolerance: Does better with some shade in the afternoon

Sun Exposure: Full sun

Origin: Western Australia

Growth Habits: Evergreen shrub to 6 feet diameter (1.8 m), 6 feet tall (1.8 m).

Watering Needs: Regular water in summer, little water in December and January. Needs well drained soil.

Propagation: Softwood cuttings in spring, semi-hardwood cuttings in summer, seeds.

Blue Hibiscus, Lilac hibiscus(Alyogyne huegelii)

The Blue Hibiscus is an Hibiscus looking shrub coming from western Australia. The most obvious difference compared with many other hibiscus, is the deeply lobed leaf.

Blooming Habits:
The blue hibiscus blooms on and off during the year, flowers are 4-6 inches across (20-30 cm).

Culture:
The Alyoyne needs to be pinched or pruned to stay compact.


 

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