Hibiscus 'Spanish Dancer'

Family

Malvaceae

Origin

Mascarene Islands

Description

Exotic hibiscus 'Spanish Dancer'  is as vivid and ruffly as the many layers of ruffles on the skirt of a Flamenco dancer. The flower of 'Spanish Dancer' is a frilly 5-7" ball of orange, gold and yellow petals. It is the child of the classic hibiscus 'Burnished Gold.' The bush is upright, medium sized, and a good bloomer.

Environment

Hibiscus is heat tolerant and prefers neutral to acidic, well-drained soil and full sun.

Being a fast growing plant, hibiscus prefer well drained rich soil and regular watering. Thoroughly water to moisten the entire root-ball each time you water. Allow the soil to become slightly dry between watering approximately to a depth of between 1/2" deep for small containers to 1" deep for large containers. Never keep the soil soggy. Avoid using a saucer or empty any excess water from it 30-40 minutes after watering.

Landscape Use

Ideal for container plant or mixed border. Hibiscus plants are almost constantly visited by a variety of bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.