Tropical Hibiscus 'Amazon Queen' – Hibiscus rosa-sinensis (Bahama Bay Series)

Overview

'Amazon Queen' is a tropical hibiscus cultivar (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis) from the Bahama Bay series, hybridized by Schlueter and introduced in 2002 (PP13674). It commands attention with its large, regal flowers.

Botanical Profile

Flower & Plant

Flowers are 7–9 inches across, single to semi-double, with a majestic blend of deep pink, red, and orange. The plant is a robust evergreen shrub 5–7 feet tall.

Cultivation

• Zones: 10–11; container elsewhere.
• Light: Full sun.
• Soil: Well-drained, rich, acidic.
• Water: Consistent moisture.
• Fertilizer: High-potassium for bloom.

Uses

Magnificent as a specimen in tropical landscapes, large containers, or as a flowering hedge.