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Tropical Hibiscus 'Celia Double Red' – Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Overview

'Celia Double Red' is a tropical hibiscus cultivar (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis) featuring fully double, rich red flowers with a classic, formal appearance reminiscent of camellias.

Botanical Profile

Family:Malvaceae (mal-VAY-see-ee)
Genus:Hibiscus (hi-BIS-kus)
Species:rosa-sinensis (RO-sa-sy-NEN-sis)
Cultivar:Celia Double Red

Flower & Plant

Flowers are 5–7 inches wide, fully double with many layered petals, deep velvety red. The plant is a compact, bushy evergreen shrub 4–5 feet tall. Foliage is glossy dark green.

Growing Requirements

  • Zones: 10–11; container elsewhere.
  • Light: Full sun to light shade.
  • Soil: Well-drained, fertile, acidic.
  • Water: Keep evenly moist.
  • Pruning: Light shaping after bloom cycles.

Uses

Excellent for formal tropical gardens, containers, or as a flowering hedge where its camellia-like blooms can be appreciated.

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