Little Zin
Cranberry Hibiscus(Hibiscus acetosella)
A more recent cultivar (from Ball Horticultural, trialed at the University of Georgia) selected as a compact, well-branched form. A seedling arising from a self-pollination of its parent 'Mahogany Splendor', distinguished by its more crenate (scalloped) leaf margins.
Visual Characteristics
Foliage resembling Japanese maple; dark red emerging leaves maturing to deep burgundy; leaves palmately divided with lobes and crenate (scalloped) margins, unlike the serrate margins of parent 'Mahogany Splendor'; compact, upright-mounded habit roughly 78 cm tall by 50 cm wide
Growing Tips
Grow in full sun for best color; compact habit suits containers and smaller spaces.
Resistance Information
Disease Resistance
No serious disease or pest problems reported for the species
Where to Buy
Sourcing information coming soon. Check local nurseries and seed banks for availability.