This exquisite hibiscus plant is a beauty like no other. ‘Marianne Charlton’ has frilly, double violet petals with pink tones in the heart of the flower and light pink and white petal edges. The backside of each petal is white with deep gray-lavender accents on the petal edges. The flowers measure about 6” wide and each blossom is unique. Most of the blooms will be double but occasionally you might find a single flower. Like all hibiscus, grow in full sun with lots of water and fertilizer for maximum flowering.
Hardiness Zone | 10 |
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Bloom Season | Everbloomer |
Sun Requirement | Full Sun |
Grows to | 2-4' |
Minimum Temperature Indoors | 60 |
Tips for Success:
• Sun, sun and more sun.
• They are warm-growing plants and suffer if subjected to
cool temperatures over extended periods. As a rule, keep
temperatures above 65°F, especially in the winter.
• Water on visual soil dryness or plant wilt. Severe wilt can hurt
them. Careful watering is critical during the winter or anytime
when the light level is low and temperatures are cool.
• Under high light and warm temperatures they are
heavy feeders and need a balanced fertilizer applied
on a regular basis. A fertilizer like Dyna Gro “Grow” 7-9-5 will
help induce blooms.
• Flowering varies widely between varieties. Full sun, warm
temperatures, a balanced fertilizer and careful attention to
watering will produce the best results for your hibiscus.