Hibiscus is one of Houston's most beloved plants — and for good reason. Our hot, humid summers are exactly what tropical hibiscus was made for, producing dinner-plate sized blooms in an almost endless range of colors from summer straight through fall.
Tropical hibiscus delivers the classic bold colors and glossy leaves you see on porches and patios all over Houston. They bloom continuously in the heat but are frost sensitive — move container plants indoors when hard freezes threaten.
What about perennial hibiscus? If you're looking for hibiscus that comes back on its own every year without freeze protection, you want Hardy Hibiscus — also called Rose Mallow. Those varieties die back to the ground in winter but return reliably each spring with enormous blooms up to 12 inches across. Because they behave like perennials in our area, we carry them in our Perennials section where you'll find the full selection.
Houston hibiscus tip: Tropical hibiscus blooms best when slightly root-bound, so don't rush to move them into a larger pot. Feed regularly with a high-potassium fertilizer during the growing season to maximize bloom production.
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The 'Feeling Hot' Tropical Hibiscus is a vibrant standout featuring brilliant, neon-pink to orange-red blooms with a dark eye. It thrives in Houston’s intense summer heat, providing a continuous tropical flair for sunny patios and garden beds. 2 Gallon.*
$24.95
The 'Big Bang' Tropical Hibiscus is a show-stopping variety featuring massive, multi-colored blooms with ruffled edges and a deep red center. It thrives in Houston’s heat and humidity, offering a spectacular, high-impact tropical display in 3 Gallon.*
$39.95
The 'Dark Heart' Tropical Hibiscus is a captivating variety featuring large, blood-red blooms with an exceptionally dark, almost black, central eye. It thrives in Houston’s heat and humidity, providing a dramatic tropical look for sunny spaces. 2 Gallon.
$24.95
The 'Dark Heart' Tropical Hibiscus features large, blood-red blooms with an intense, near-black center. It thrives in Houston’s heat, offering a dramatic, sophisticated tropical look for sunny patios. 3 Gallon.*
$39.95
Part of the Hollywood™ series, 'Disco Diva' features large, ruffled blooms in high-voltage pink with a deep red eye. It thrives in Houston’s sun, providing a nonstop, glamorous tropical display on patios. 2 Gallon.*
$32.95
Steal the spotlight with Disco Diva™ Hollywood® Hibiscus. Large, ruffled pink blooms with a light starburst center thrive in the Willis-Houston heat. Bred for high bud counts and superior disease resistance in a 3G size.
$42.95
Early, bold, and beautiful. First to Arrive™ features massive, saturated red blooms and glossy foliage. This 3G Hollywood® Hibiscus is bred for high bud counts and superior heat resistance in the Willis-Houston area.
$42.95
'Orange Seduction' features large, vibrant orange blooms with ruffled edges and a bright red eye. This heat-loving variety thrives in Houston's humidity, providing a nonstop tropical glow to sunny patios and landscapes. 3 Gallon.*
$39.95
Smooth, golden-orange style in a robust 3G size. Rico Suave™ features stunning bicolor blooms and dark foliage. Bred for high bud counts and superior disease resistance in the Willis-Houston heat.
$42.95
Live like a legend with Rock Star™ Hollywood® Hibiscus. Featuring massive, velvety red blooms and rich green foliage, this 3G tropical thrives in the Willis-Houston heat with superior pest and disease resistance.
$42.95
'Salsa Dancer' is a high-energy variety featuring ruffled, sunset-orange blooms with a fiery red eye. It thrives in Houston’s heat and humidity, providing a continuous, bold tropical flair for sunny patios and garden beds. 3 Gallon.*
$39.95