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Hardy Hibiscus Bloom Time

tenbabytoes
16 years ago

I was wondering if there are any hardy (perennial) hibiscus' that bloom early in summer and/or late spring. . it seems like all of the ones I read about bloom in late summer (august) . .thanks so much for you help.

Comments (3)

  • arctictropical
    16 years ago

    I have about 15 different varieties and have grown them for 30 years. I have yet to find one that blooms before August in zone 4. In your zone they should bloom sometime in July, or even earlier.

  • gerogia_gardening
    15 years ago

    Hi! In zone 8 I have two luna blush. They start blooming here mid to late May. June 2, and mine have been blooming over a week now.

  • georgia_gardening_58
    15 years ago

    My Luna Blush are blooming as well as a red tree hibiscus (sorry don't remember the name). I think most hardy hibiscus will bloom in mid to late May in Zone 8. Not sure though, just know about the ones I have....

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