Flower of an Hour (Hibiscus trionum)

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Soil pH Preferences
Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5), Neutral (6.6 – 7.3), Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8)
Sun Requirements
Full Sun, Full Sun to Partial Shade
Uses
Will Naturalize
Wildlife Attractant
Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Bloom Size
1"-2"
Containers
Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Flower Color
Bi-Color: petals are white/pale yellow w/ purple base
Flower Time
Late spring or early summer, Summer, Late summer or early fall, Fall
Flowers
Showy
Fruit
Other: 5 valve brown capsule resembling little paper lanterns, each containing numerous, small dark brown to black kidney shaped seeds.
Leaves
Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5), Neutral (6.6 – 7.3), Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8)
Life cycle
Annual
Plant Habit
Herb/Forb
Plant Height
20-32 inches (50-80 cm)
Plant Spread
12 inches (30 cm)
Propagation: Other methods
Cuttings: Stem, Cuttings: Tip, Cuttings: Cane
Propagation: Seeds
Days to germinate: 10 - 14 days, Depth to plant seed: Lightly cover the seeds with soil., Sow in situ, Start indoors, Can handle transplanting
Detailed Information

The Flower of an Hour (Hibiscus trionum) is native to **Africa and Asia**.

It has since naturalized in many other parts of the world, including Europe, North and South America, and Australia, and is considered a weed in some regions.

Suitable in 3 gallon or larger