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Santana Tropical Hibiscus

5 Gallon
$69.00
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Santana Tropical Hibiscus

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis ‘Santana'

A stunning hibiscus with fiery, gradient orange-red blooms and ruffled petals, offering a long season of tropical drama.Hibiscus rosa-sinensis ‘Santana'

$69.00
Container sizeSize guide 5 Gallon

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Description

Santana Tropical Hibiscus is a fiery and eye-catching variety that combines warm, sunset colors in a single, spectacular bloom. Its large, single flowers showcase a vibrant gradient of tangerine-orange to deep orange-red, often with a richer, reddish eye radiating from the center. The petals have a delightfully ruffled edge, adding texture and depth. This sun-loving evergreen provides a long-lasting display of intense, warm colors that evoke a tropical paradise, making it an irresistible focal point in any sunny garden or container.

  • Sunset-Orange Gradient Blooms: Bears large, single flowers with captivating colors that blend from bright tangerine at the edges to a deep orange-red towards the center.

  • Ruffled Petal Edges: The petals feature attractive, slightly ruffled margins, giving the blooms added dimension and a delicate, playful appearance.

  • Heat-Loving & Continuous Bloomer: Thrives in full sun and heat, producing flowers consistently from late spring through fall in temperate zones.

  • Upright, Ornamental Shrub: Forms a well-branched, dense shrub covered in glossy green leaves, providing a perfect backdrop for the fiery blooms.

  • Dramatic Container Specimen: Its intense color and compact habit make it a stunning choice for a large patio pot or planter, where it can be the centerpiece of outdoor living spaces.

Quick Facts

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  • Mature height: 6-10 ft
  • Mature spread: 4-8 ft
  • Light: Full sun

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  • Features:Oval, glossy dark green leaves with serrated edges. Produces large, funnel-shaped orange flowers with deep red centers, ruffled petal edges, and prominent stamens.
  • Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
  • Key Advantages:Striking bicolor blooms,Heat and humidity tolerant,Long flowering season,Salt spray resistant
  • Landscape Uses:Tropical theme gardens,Privacy screens,Poolside plantings,Container specimens
  • Special Care:Protect from temperatures below 50°F (10°C),Prune in early spring,Fertilize every 2 weeks in growing season,Water when topsoil dries
  • Seasonal Interest:Flowers: Year-round in frost-free areas,Foliage: Evergreen

Faqs

Q: Is it more sensitive to cold than other varieties?
A: Its cold hardiness is typical of tropical hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis). It is not frost-tolerant and should be protected when temperatures approach 35°F (2°C). In Zone 9a, it is best treated as a container plant that can be moved to shelter in winter.

Q: Why are the flower buds dropping before opening?
A: Bud drop is commonly caused by sudden changes in environment (like moving the plant), under-watering, or over-watering. Ensure consistent soil moisture (not soggy) and avoid moving the plant once flower buds have formed. Thrips insects can also cause bud drop; inspect buds and treat if necessary.

📍 Primary Delivery Area · San Francisco Bay Area

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San Francisco Bay Area is our primary local delivery market. Victory Nursery also serves additional California markets and selected extended delivery areas by arrangement.

Regular local delivery: San Francisco, Peninsula, South Bay, East Bay, Marin, Tracy / Mountain House and surrounding service areas.

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