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Hibiscus tiliaceus Rubra

Botanical Name                               
Hibiscus tileaceus Rubra
Common Name
Cottonwood
Growth Habit
Evergreen spreading tree
Dimensions 10m x 5m
Aspect Full sun
Release Date
Available
Grown In
25ltr,45ltr, 100ltr, 200ltr
Cultural Notes
Although this is not a new plant it has only recently been added to the Alpine range. It  a hardy and spectacular small tree  and is particularly suited to coastal situations. It can be used as a car park shade tree, a specimen plant or used cleverly to highlight the vivid bronze/ purple leaves. The flowers are yellow and prominently stand out against the foliage.
 Notes on Trialing
Is susceptible to Hibiscus beetle attack which will leave holes in the leaves. Treatment can be spraying or pruning back to encourage new growth.