Hibiscus syriacus ‘Ruby Chiffon’ flori duble - exemplare XL
Hibiscus syriacus ‘Ruby Chiffon’ is an impressive variety of garden hibiscus, highly valued for its large, double flowers in deep ruby-red shades with pinkish hues, resembling exotic peonies. The abundant blooming occurs from July to September, offering a colorful and long-lasting display in the garden.
🌿 Common names: Syrian hibiscus, Syrian rose, hibiscus tree.
🌿 Botanical characteristics:
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Full name: Hibiscus syriacus ‘Ruby Chiffon’
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Family: Malvaceae
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Origin: Asia (China, India), cultivated for centuries in Europe
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Leaves: Green, lobed, deciduous
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Flowers: Large, double, ruby-pink, rich and spectacular appearance
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Form: Upright, vigorous shrub with abundant branches
🌞 Growing conditions:
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Light: Prefers full sun but also tolerates bright partial shade
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Soil: Fertile, well-drained, slightly alkaline to neutral
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Watering: Moderate; tolerates short dry spells after acclimatization
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Hardiness: Hardy, withstands down to –20°C, ideal for the Romanian climate
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Care: Blooming is encouraged by light pruning at the end of winter/beginning of spring
✨ Why choose it:
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Double, rich flowers of intense ruby color
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Abundant and long-lasting blooming, all summer through autumn
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Hardy and resilient shrub, easy to grow
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Special attraction for pollinators (bees, butterflies)
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Ideal as a solitary plant, in decorative hedges, or in large containers on terraces
⚠️ Note: During the blooming period, wilted flowers fall off naturally, but the shrub constantly produces new buds, maintaining a rich display.
Height including pot: approx. 70 cm