Hollywood Hibiscus Hot Shot Tropical Hibiscus

Hollywood Hibiscus Hot Shot™ is a tropical, evergreen hibiscus selection with vivid red flowers and upright growth. In warm conditions it flowers from spring until first frost, and its listed 4-foot height and 5-foot spread suit a sunny landscape bed or roomy patio pot. ## Size and seasonal color J. Berry Nursery lists Hot Shot at about 4 feet tall by 5 feet wide and describes a long bloom season from spring to frost. Proven Winners identifies its flowers as bright red and notes that the plant attracts hummingbirds and tolerates heat. Its upright habit also works well as the central plant in a large container. [J. Berry Nursery](https://www.jberrynursery.com/portfolio/hollywood-hibiscus-hot-shot) · [Proven Winners](https://www.provenwinners.com/plants/hibiscus/hollywood-hibiscus-hot-shot-tropical-hibiscus-hibiscus-rosa-sinensis) ## Light and soil Give Hot Shot full sun for the strongest flowering. Use rich soil that drains well while staying evenly moist; keep the roots moist as the plant establishes. In cooler regions, grow it in a movable container or treat it as a warm-season patio accent, since tropical hibiscus needs protection from wind and frost. [NC State Extension](https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/hibiscus-rosa-sinensis/common-name/chinese-hibiscus/) ## Maintenance Prune when needed to maintain the shape. J. Berry recommends a year-round mulch layer and one early-spring application of balanced or low-phosphorus slow-release fertilizer. Move container plants to a warm, bright shelter before cold weather.