We were exiled to SoCal for thirteen long years--at least I got to dabble in semi-tropical plants while we were there. We had three carefully chosen hibiscus that were thrilling to watch bloom. Our new Strawberry Swirl is cold-hardy to minus 30--no tropical tendencies except for the gorgeous blossoms.
Just a side note to visitors from Jami's Tuesday Garden Party...
I do actually have veggies too--golden zukes, cherry tomatoes, blueberries (okay, so they're a fruit), onions, potatoes, etc.--but they are lowly pawns. All hail the hibiscus queen!
Beautiful flower. I love your new look.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous!! All hail the queen indeed! I wish I could ever grow such beautiful hibiscus. I have never had great luck. What's your secret?
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely flower! I have a hibiscus, but it is not blooming yet--later in August. Your blossom is larger than mine produces, it appears!
ReplyDeleteI wonder if hibiscus would grow in Southern Iowa - if it's hardy to -30 I might just have a chance! They are gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteWow! I need one of those. Minus 30! That means I could have it here. I'll have to look for one.
ReplyDeleteGot to get me one of those! Thanks for sharing at the Tuesday Garden Party.
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