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Tropical Hibiscus 'Pomp and Circumstance': Ceremonial Grandeur

Graduate to grandeur with 'Pomp and Circumstance', a tropical hibiscus that commands attention with its large, formal, deep red flowers. This 2005 hybrid by Black is stately and impressive.

Formal Red Blooms

The single flowers are 5-6 inches across, with broad, flat, perfectly shaped petals of a rich, velvety deep red. The form is classic and symmetrical. A darker red eye adds depth. The plant is a strong, upright shrub with a dignified presence.

Plant Profile

Family:Malvaceae (mal-VAY-see-ee)
Genus:Hibiscus (hi-BIS-kus)
Species:rosa-sinensis (RO-sa-sy-NEN-sis)
Cultivar:Pomp and Circumstance
Hybridized by:Black
Registered/Introduced:2005

Stately Culture

'Pomp and Circumstance' deserves a prominent place—flanking an entrance, as a specimen, or in a formal container. Its perfect form is best appreciated up close. Standard care for a regal display.

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