Mahoe Variegated Sea Hibiscus Tropical Tree Live Plant Colored Leaves Yellow Flower Starter Sz

Hibiscus tiliaceus variegata, also known as Mahoes or Sea Hibiscus, are primarily grown for the unique, beautifully colored, large heart-shaped variegated leaves in multi-tones of dark green, olive green, bronze, cream, white, dark pink, and burgundy. The Mahoe blooms randomly in warm weather. Its large, open, short-lived flowers open bright pastel, sunny yellow and gradually change to coral and then red before dropping away the next day. They are exceptionally salt tolerant, so well suited for coastal planting. Hibiscus tilaceus (and/or similar species, sub-species, or cultivars) are either native or naturalized in the Pacific Island, Caribbean, Florida, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands, where they grow along the oceanfront and brackish riversides. Expert opinions on the original native habit differ, as do opinions regarding species, sub-species, and cultivars, as well as when, how, or if this plant came to be introduced into areas where it is now naturalized. They tolerate a wide range of poor soil conditions and require little care or maintenance once well established.

This easy-to-grow tree establishes quickly within the recommended Zone Range.

Although many gardeners grow it in other areas, it does not adapt easily to climates with short growing seasons, very hot and dry, or microclimates with consistently cool temps that seldom vary or extreme day/night temperature variances. This plant cannot be sent to Hawaii or Puerto Rico. Local coastal municipalities with sensitive or fragile ecosystems may have local restrictions on planting.