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Most people are familiar with Hibiscus flowers -- they are an iconic symbol of tropical resorts worldwide where they are commonly planted in the landscape. Only a few, however, are aware of an equally ...

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - University of Hawaii researchers have discovered two new viruses that could threaten Hawaii’s state flower, the hibiscus. “Do these viruses pose a threat to the survival of ...

The hibiscus has incredible colors, textures and blossoms, but usually lacks a scent. Enter the Hibiscus Lady, Jill Coryell, who has created gigantic, colorful AND sweet-smelling hibiscus that are ...

A lavender “dinner plate” hibiscus, one of Jill Coryell’s hybrids, grows in the luau garden at the Hale Koa Hotel in Waikiki. Many other plants will be featured at Foster Garden’s Spring Plant Sale.

The Hawaiian white hibiscus (H. arnottianus), though well known to Hibiscus hobbyists, is rare in Florida landscapes. It’s a large-growing species that typically ranges 15 to 25 feet tall but can ...

An old Hibiscus has The Garden Guy under a magical spell this year for a couple of reasons. Now when I say I old I’m not talking about a specific plant but a variety of plants. Fiesta made its debut ...

The wild north side of Kaua'i, Hawaii is one of sheer cliffs, waterfalls and incredible biodiversity. Combine that with one of the wettest locations on Earth and it is nearly inaccessible to humans.

The calyces (plural of calyx) of hibiscus are harvested when the seed capsule of the hibiscus has formed. The capsule itself is removed, leaving behind just the calyx, like a tiny scarlet crown, ...