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Hibiscus Rosa Sinesis "Apollo Hibiscus" 15cm Pot
SKU MAL049
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Hibiscus Rosa Sinesis "Apollo Hibiscus" 15cm Pot
Product Details
Weight: 2.00 kg
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis ‘Apollo’
Botanical Name
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis ‘Apollo’
Common Names
- Apollo Hibiscus
- Chinese Hibiscus
- Tropical Hibiscus
Product Description
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis ‘Apollo’ is a tropical, evergreen shrub prized for its large, vibrant red flowers that bloom continuously from spring through autumn. The glossy green foliage complements the bold flowers, creating a striking focal point in any garden or patio setting. This cultivar is ideal for hedging, borders, containers, or as a standalone feature plant and attracts pollinators such as butterflies and bees. With its compact, bushy habit and low-maintenance care, it is well suited to South African gardens in warm, frost-free regions.
Size When Fully Grown
- Height: ± 1.5–2.5 m
- Spread: ± 1.2–2 m
- Growth habit: Upright, bushy, evergreen
Best Growing Conditions
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Best flowering occurs in full sun.
- Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
- Performs well in sandy or loamy soils enriched with compost.
- Watering: Moderate
- Keep soil evenly moist during active growth; drought tolerant once established.
- Climate:
- Suited to tropical, subtropical, and frost-free areas of South Africa
- Protect from heavy frost; thrives in coastal and inland gardens
- Maintenance: Low to moderate
- Prune lightly to maintain shape and encourage new blooms
- Feed with a high-potassium fertiliser for abundant flowers
Best Planting Season & Growth Cycle (South Africa)
- Best Time to Plant: Spring to early summer
- Active Growing Season: Spring through autumn
- Flowering Season: Spring to autumn
- Seasonal Notes:
- Evergreen shrub providing year-round structure
- Performs well in hedges, borders, or large containers
- Ideal for adding bold tropical colour to gardens and patios
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