Chinese Lanterns, Japanese Lanterns, Fringed Rosemallow, Waltzing Ladies 'El Capitola Peachy'

Hibiscusschizopetalus

Family
Malvaceae (mal-VAY-see-ee)
Genus
Hibiscus (hi-BIS-kus)
Species
schizopetalus (ski-zo-pe-TAY-lus)
Synonym
Spacing
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)
Hardiness
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Sun Exposure
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Bloom Color
Sun to Partial Shade
Bloom Time
Foliage
Red
Other Details
Other details
Late Summer/Early Fall
Propagation Methods
Grown for foliage
Seed Collecting
Soil pH requirements
From woody stem cuttings
From softwood cuttings
From semi-hardwood cuttings
Patent Information
Foliage Color
Bag seedheads to capture ripening seed
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Wear gloves to protect hands when handling seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Regional

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