Tropical Hibiscus 'Sweet Sixteen': Black's 2009 Coming of Age

Overview

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Sweet Sixteen' is a tropical hibiscus hybridized by Black and introduced in 2009. The name celebrates a milestone birthday.

Key Characteristics

• Family: Malvaceae
• Genus: Hibiscus
• Species: rosa-sinensis
• Cultivar: Sweet Sixteen
• Hybridizer: Black
• Registration Year: 2009

Youthful Charm

This modern cultivar likely has fresh, youthful colors—perhaps pink, coral, and white in a sweet, ruffled form. It represents the optimism of a sixteenth birthday.

Gift Idea

A perfect living gift for a sweet sixteen celebration. Grow in a decorative container. Standard tropical care.