{"product_id":"blue-hibiscus-starter-plant-alyogyne-huegelii-australian-ornamental-shrub-live-plant","title":"Blue Hibiscus Starter Plant | Alyogyne huegelii Australian Ornamental Shrub Live Plant","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlyogyne huegelii, commonly known as the Blue Hibiscus or Lilac Hibiscus, is an Australian native shrub prized for its large, satiny blooms in shades of blue, lavender, and purple. Despite its common name, it is not a true hibiscus but belongs to the mallow family, producing prolific flowers over a long season. This evergreen shrub brings a touch of the exotic to warm-climate gardens, where it can be used as a flowering hedge, a specimen plant, or a container feature on a sunny patio.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Blue Hibiscus starter plant is an ideal way to begin growing this rewarding ornamental. It offers rapid growth once established and attracts pollinators with its nectar-rich flowers. With its fine, deeply lobed foliage and continuous bloom cycle, Alyogyne huegelii adds both texture and color to water-wise landscapes and Mediterranean-style plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShowy blue to purple flowers that bloom over a long season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvergreen shrub with finely divided, deep green foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrought tolerant once established, ideal for water-wise gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts bees and other pollinators to the garden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile growth habit, suitable for borders, hedges, or containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alyogyne huegelii\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen flowering shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained soil; tolerates sandy or rocky soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, rounded shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring through fall, with peak bloom in warm months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically 4 to 8 feet, depending on climate and pruning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 to 11\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant your Blue Hibiscus starter in a location that receives full sun and has well-drained soil. It performs best in warm, frost-free climates and can be grown in containers in cooler regions, where it can be moved indoors during winter. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and plant at the same depth it was growing in its container. Water thoroughly after planting and keep the soil consistently moist during the first growing season to help roots establish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnce established, Alyogyne huegelii is relatively low-maintenance. Water deeply but infrequently, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain a compact shape and encourage bushier growth. Avoid heavy pruning into old wood, as the plant may not regenerate from bare stems. In containers, use a high-quality potting mix and fertilize sparingly in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne (1) Alyogyne huegelii Blue Hibiscus starter plant, ready for planting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67739743486262,"sku":"EDNA-116","price":83.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.8077250514_g9fc.jpg?v=1792114904","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/blue-hibiscus-starter-plant-alyogyne-huegelii-australian-ornamental-shrub-live-plant","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}