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Blue Hibiscus

Alyogyne huegelii

A popular and breathtaking ornamental, appreciated for its intense, papery, lilac colored blooms.

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Description

A reasonably small shrub, usually growing to 4-12ft. It has a bushy growth habit. The gorgeous flowers grow to 3", with deep lilac colored petals. They bloom for about a day, but the bush blooms profusely, with a long flowering period lasting up to six months.

Hardiness

Hardy to about 20-25F.

Growing Environment

A fairly tough plant once established. Water during warmer months. Grow in well-drained soil and in full sun or part-shade.

Propagation

Seeds and cuttings.

Uses

A popular ornamental outdoors in warmer climates and for greenhouses in cold climates.

Native Range

Native to the Southwest region of the Western Australia province.

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