Tropical Hibiscus 'Blue Ballerina': Dancing in Blue

Pirouette with the 'Blue Ballerina', a 2008 Black hybrid that dances across the stage in a tutu of ruffled, lavender-blue petals.

Ballet in Blue

The single flowers are 5-6 inches wide, with heavily ruffled, frilled petals in a beautiful, clear lavender-blue. The ruffles add movement and texture. A deeper blue eye adds focus. The plant is graceful and free-flowering.

Plant Profile

Dance Culture

'Blue Ballerina' combines the rarity of blue with the charm of ruffles. For best blue, provide acidic soil, afternoon shade, low phosphorus. Protect ruffles from damage. A graceful, dancing presence in the garden.