Blue Hibiscus, Lilac hibiscus (Alyogyne huegelii)

Blue Hibiscus, Lilac hibiscus
Scientific Name: Alyogyne huegelii (Endl.) Fryxell
Synonym: Hibiscus huegelii
Family: Malvaceae

Show Larger Picture Recommended Temperature Zone:
sunset: 13,15-17, 20-24
USDA: 9-11

Frost Tolerance: Hardy in Phoenix
Heat Tolerance: Does better with some shade in the afternoon
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Origin: Western Australia
Growth Habits: Evergreen shrub to 6 feet diameter (1.8 m), 6 feet tall (1.8 m).
Watering Needs: Regular water in summer, little water in December and January. Needs well drained soil.
Propagation: Softwood cuttings in spring, semi-hardwood cuttings in summer, seeds.

The Blue Hibiscus is an Hibiscus looking shrub coming from western Australia. The most obvious difference compared with many other hibiscus, is the deeply lobed leaf.

Blue Hibiscus, Lilac hibiscus (Alyogyne huegelii)

Cultural Practices:
The Alyoyne needs to be pinched or pruned to stay compact.

Blooming Habits:
The blue hibiscus blooms on and off during the year, flowers are 4-6 inches across (20-30 cm).

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