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ornamentalFamily: MalvaceaeGenus: HibiscusSpecies: acetosella
Cultivar
African Rose Hibiscus
Hibiscus acetosella 'African Rose'
Cultivar: African Rose
Hibiscus acetosella 'African Rose' is prized for its intense, dark burgundy-red foliage that provides a dramatic contrast in the landscape. This upright, fast-growing tropical plant features deeply lobed, maple-like leaves and subtle, mahogany-colored blooms in late summer or autumn. It thrives in warm weather and serves as a magnificent architectural specimen or a bold filler in mixed seasonal garden beds.
African Rose Hibiscus is a striking tropical plant known for its deep, maple-like wine-red foliage and dramatic presence. It is a popular choice for adding bold color and texture to warm-season gardens and large containers.
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Plant Profile
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Sun
Full sun for optimal foliage color intensity.
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Water
Keep consistently moist during the active growing season; reduce watering slightly during winter months if held indoors.
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Mature size
3-5 feet tall, 2-3 feet wide
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Hardiness
USDA Zones 9-11
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Growth habit
Upright, branching shrubby perennial.
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Plant type
tropical foliage plant
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Growing note
Best color is achieved in full sun; in high heat, some light afternoon shade may prevent leaf scorch. It is technically a tender perennial but is frequently cultivated as a striking annual in cooler climates.
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Climate note
Requires warm temperatures and is frost-sensitive; protect from temperatures below 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Flower / fruit
The primary ornamental feature is the deep red foliage; flowers are small, dark red, and typically appear as days begin to shorten in late summer.
Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Sun / light
Full sun for optimal foliage color intensity.
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Growth rate
Fast
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Fertilizer
Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer during the active growing season to support lush, deep-colored foliage growth.
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Pruning
Pinch back the growing tips in early summer to encourage bushier, more compact branching.
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Care notes
Best color is achieved in full sun; in high heat, some light afternoon shade may prevent leaf scorch. It is technically a tender perennial but is frequently cultivated as a striking annual in cooler climates.
Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Mature size
3-5 feet tall, 2-3 feet wide
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Growth habit
Upright, branching shrubby perennial.
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Spacing
24-36 inches apart.
Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flowering / fruiting
The primary ornamental feature is the deep red foliage; flowers are small, dark red, and typically appear as days begin to shorten in late summer.
Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Hardiness zones
USDA Zones 9-11
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Temperature
Requires warm temperatures and is frost-sensitive; protect from temperatures below 40 degrees Fahrenheit.
Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Watering
Keep consistently moist during the active growing season; reduce watering slightly during winter months if held indoors.
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Soil
Rich, well-draining soil with ample organic matter.
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Soil pH
6.0-7.0
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Container Growing
Excellent for large containers where it can provide a dramatic upright focal point; ensure containers have excellent drainage.
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Family
Malvaceae
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Foliage Look
Deep burgundy, serrated, maple-leaf shaped foliage with prominent veining.
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Foliage Rules
The signature leaf is 3-to-5 lobed, distinctly resembling a Japanese maple leaf, in a deep reddish-purple or burgundy color.
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Fruit Flower Look
Dark red, funnel-shaped hibiscus flowers tucked among the foliage.
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Fruit Flower Rules
Flowers are small, solitary, and funnel-shaped; they should not be featured on young starter plugs.
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Growth Habit Rules
Maintain the upright, slightly vase-shaped structure; do not depict as a sprawling or cascading plant.
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Mature Plant Look
A bold, upright, multi-stemmed plant with saturated deep red-burgundy foliage.
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Mature Stage Morphology
Features woody lower stems with deeply lobed, maple-leaf shaped foliage in dark wine-red; leaves are alternate and may reach several inches in width.
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Morphology Rules
Maintain the distinct maple-like, lobed leaf shape and the bold vertical, branching habit.
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Plant Faqs
Is African Rose Hibiscus a perennial? It is a tender perennial typically grown as an annual in most temperate climates. Does it need full sun? Yes, full sun is recommended to keep the deep red foliage color vibrant. Can I grow it in a pot? Absolutely, it makes a stunning, bold focal point in large patio containers.
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Root Look
Healthy white roots filling a plug-tray cell.
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Soil Look
Rich, moist, dark brown potting substrate.
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Starter Stage
A tender, young green or burgundy-tinged stem with several sets of unfolding leaves.
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Starter Stage Morphology
Young plants feature smaller, slightly thinner leaves that may show less intense color saturation than mature specimens.
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Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow African Rose Hibiscus. This is African Rose Hibiscus, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let this bold plant become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the vibrant, red-foliaged growing space you want to create. Focus on the intense burgundy color of the maple-like leaves, which provide a dramatic, architectural structure to any sunny landscape or seasonal container. Begin by moving your starter plug into a four-inch pot with quality, well-draining mix to establish the plant before moving it to its final container or location. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Youtube Tags
Hibiscus African Rose Hibiscus Hibiscus acetosella Tropical plants Red foliage plants Garden plants Container gardening Agardeni Ornamental foliage Annual plants
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Youtube Video Summary
African Rose Hibiscus is a beautiful tropical plant celebrated for its intense, maple-like burgundy foliage. This striking plant brings bold color and architectural height to sunny gardens and patio containers.
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Youtube Video Title
African Rose Hibiscus: Growing the Striking Red Foliage Tropical
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