Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Growing Zones
Continuously blooming from July to October, the French Cabaret™ Purple Hibiscus is a low-maintenance shrub that can create one of the most eye-catching hedges around. This shrub has fluffy, violet and lilac-purple, double blooms, sturdy upright stems, and lush, green leaves. The French Cabaret Purple Hibiscus grows tall and narrow, reaching 5-8 feet wide and 4-7 feet wide. Like other Hibiscus/Rose of Sharon, this shrub is easy to grow, grows quickly, and requires little maintenance.
When planted as a hedge, the French Cabaret Purple Hibiscus is a tall, pollinator-attracting hedge, providing food for wildlife and privacy for your yard. Plant this shrub in full sun to ensure fast growth and ample blooming. This Hibiscus is not too particular, growing well in average soil and requiring an average amount of water. When established, The French Cabaret is even drought and heat tolerant.
French Cabaret™ Purple Hibiscus Care
Plant the French Cabaret Purple Hibiscus in full sun where it can get at least 6 hours of sun a day. Dig a hole that is twice the width and the same depth as the root ball. Water this shrub regularly and deeply in its first year to help it become established. After the first year, water occasionally, especially in the hottest and driest parts of the year. French Cabaret is not a heavy feeder as it thrives in average to poor-quality soil, though may benefit from a low dose of fertilizer if it is failing to bloom.
When the French Cabaret Purple Hibiscus is young, it can be pruned lightly to keep its shape. Once mature, Hibiscus is tolerant of heavy pruning and trimming. This shrub can be kept in its natural willowy shape or made into a sculpted hedge, depending on your preference. This Hibiscus will continue to bloom on its own, not requiring deadheading.
French Cabaret™ Purple Hibiscus Spacing
Plant the French Cabaret Purple Hibiscus about 4-7+ feet away from other plants if you are looking to grow it to its natural size and shape. When creating a uniform hedge, plant French Cabaret 3-4 feet apart from other French Cabarets. This Hibiscus can be planted into a large container for a year or two as long as it is adequately watered and brought into a protected space in the winter.
French Cabaret™ Purple Hibiscus Plant Facts
Growing Conditions
- Hardiness ZonesGrowing Zones
- USDA Zones 5 to 8 (perennial); grown as an annual elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown indoors elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown in containers elsewhere (grown as a seasonal crop)
- Sun Exposure
- Full Sun (6+ Hours Direct Sun)
- Mature Height
- 5-8 Feet
- Mature Spread
- 4-7 Feet
- Growth Habit
- , Upright
- Water Needs
- Average
Flowers & Foliage
- Flower Colors
- , Purple
- Flower Description
- Purple
- Bloom Time
- Summer to Fall
- Blooms On
-
New Wood
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"Blooms on" tells you which stems produce flowers, which decides when it's safe to prune.
- New Wood: Flowers form on stems that grow this season. Prune in late winter or early spring without losing blooms.
- Old Wood: Flower buds form on last year's stems. Prune right after flowering. Pruning in fall or early spring removes next year's blooms.
- Both New and Old Wood: Blooms on last year's stems and again on new growth, so it flowers even after a hard winter or a mistimed pruning. Prune lightly after the first flush of blooms.
- When to Prune
- Late winter to early spring, before new growth starts
- Foliage Color
- , Green
- Foliage Description
- Green
- Foliage Type
- , Deciduous
- Seasonal Interest
- , Summer Flowering
Garden Benefits
Plant Overview
- Common Name
- French Cabaret™ Purple Hibiscus
- Botanical Name
- Hibiscus syr. French Cabaret™ Purple
- Plant Type
- Shrub
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Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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