Description
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis | Variegated Hibiscus ‘Hummel’s Fantasy’ (different cultivar than ‘Snow Queen’)
Variegated Hibiscus, also known as Coopers Hibiscus, Checkered Hibiscus, Hawaiian Hibiscus, Garden Hibiscus, Chinese Hibiscus, China Rose, Fencing Flower, and Shoeblack Plant, is an old type of Hibiscus in the ‘Lilibiscus’ (Tropical Hibiscus) section of the genus that is now making a comeback. Hibiscus rosa-sinensis cultivars are the result of hybridization of ancient and modern Hibiscus varieties from a number of species― the majority being from the Mascarene Islands in the Indian Ocean and the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific. This complex hybrid group was derived from most if not all of the following species: Hibiscus genevii, Hibiscus kokio, Hibiscus liliiflorus, Hibiscus schizopetalus, Hibiscus arnottianus, Hibiscus fragilis, Hibiscus boryanus, Hibiscus denisonii, and Hibiscus storckii.
Given its genetic history, it is not surprising that Hibiscus rosa-sinensis exhibits a wide array of traits and a dazzling variety of forms and flower colors. There are even a handful of variegated hibiscus plants that are available and widely grown as an ornamentals for their brilliantly-colored foliage of different colors, which adds great texture and interest even when it not in flower. The more sun exposure or direct sunlight, the brighter and more pronounced the variegation will be on these woody shrubs.
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis ‘Hummel’s Fantasy’ is a rare, highly-sought tropical variegated cultivar of Hibiscus with white-splashed green leaves. It’s similar to Hibiscus ‘Snow Queen’, but the foliage has more white variegation and the plant is more compact. Pendulous, red flowers hang among the variegated foliage. In full sun the white variegation will be more pronounced, while in bright shade plants will produce more less white variegation.
Like most Checkered Hibiscus’, ‘Hummel’s Fantasy’ will tolerate some moderate drought conditions, but will put on a show and flower profusely when regularly watered. During periods of drought plants will often revert to a mostly vegetative state with a decrease in growth in the size of the leaves and the flowers. Because of its compact size it makes an ideal potted plant.
Attracts hummingbirds..
It is well suited to become a permanent potted culture as a tropical houseplant, or can be grown outdoors as an annual, or perennial in zones 10+.
Outdoor light exposure: Full sun
Indoor light exposure: Direct sunlight/high light
Mature height: 4 ft
Mature width: 3 ft
Hardiness zones: 10-11
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