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The bright, showy blooms of the hibiscus plant are prized by gardeners who want to add a tropical feel to their landscapes. The genus boasts several hundred species, from dwarf varieties that grow to between 2 to 3 feet (0.6 to 0.9 m) to plants that can exceed 8 feet (2.4 m) in height. There are 2 types of hibiscus common to gardeners: tropical and hardy. While hardy species of the plant can withstand temperatures between 15 and 20 degrees F (-9 to -7 degrees C), tropical varieties will die in zones where temperatures fall below 40 degrees F (4 degrees C). For this reason, many people find that planting hibiscus in containers outdoors is optimal, as they can be moved indoors in frost conditions. Follow these growing guidelines for both container plants and ground plants to successfully add hibiscus to your outdoor space.

The bright, showy blooms of the hibiscus plant are prized by gardeners who want to add a tropical feel to their landscapes. The genus boasts several hundred species, from dwarf varieties that grow to between 2 to 3 feet (0.6 to 0.9 m) to plants that can exceed 8 feet (2.4 m) in height. There are 2 types of hibiscus common to gardeners: tropical and hardy. While hardy species of the plant can withstand temperatures between 15 and 20 degrees F (-9 to -7 degrees C), tropical varieties will die in zones where temperatures fall below 40 degrees F (4 degrees C). For this reason, many people find that planting hibiscus in containers outdoors is optimal, as they can be moved indoors in frost conditions. Follow these growing guidelines for both container plants and ground plants to successfully add hibiscus to your outdoor space.

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