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Hibiscus rosa-sinensis
Chinese Hibiscus
Hibiscus · Malvaceae
Chinese Hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis) is a exotic tree included in the City of Sydney tree species list. Council data indicates approximately 6 m high and 5 m spread, with a rounded canopy form. Its noted amenity value is prominent flowers. Its recorded local performance is very reliable. Final selection should still account for available soil volume, services, exposure and the mature canopy required on the site.
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Classification
Genus
Hibiscus
Family
Malvaceae
Common name
Chinese Hibiscus
Climate
temperate, subtropical, urban
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis belongs to the Hibiscus genus within the Malvaceae family. It performs reliably across temperate, subtropical, urban zones in our experience.
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Cultivation
Care sheet.
Water
Establishment watering; monitor during extended drought
Light
Full sun to part shade, subject to species
Soil
Site-appropriate soil with adequate rooting volume
Growth rate
Moderate
Mature size
6 m H × 5 m W
Landscape use
Maintain current usage
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Further reading
- 01Tree species list - urban suitability and selection attributes — City of Sydney
- 02Hibiscus rosa-sinensis observation photograph — GBIF · Jhonatan Matheus · http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/