Red Night Blooming Hibiscus
Best exotic marginal plant for pond owners seeking vibrant seasonal color.
Enhance your water garden with the striking Red Night Blooming Hibiscus. This tropical marginal plant boasts deep maroon foliage for unique texture and color, complemented by beautiful, deep red flowers that bloom in late summer. It's fast-growing and easy to maintain, thriving in full sun but tolerating partial shade. Ideal for the water's edge or shallow submerged pots, it adds an exotic touch to any pond landscape and requires no CO2. This plant is native to the tropics and not cold-tolerant, needing overwintering indoors in colder zones.
$7.49
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#711 in Aquatic Plants
Price vs Category Average
-60%
Below average
Aquarium Placement
Marginal
/ Marginal
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a bold, tropical centerpiece for their water features
- Aquatic hobbyists prioritizing plant health and reliable, professional shipping
- Eco-conscious gardeners wanting low-effort plants that attract local pollinators
Who should skip it
- Gardeners living in regions with harsh, freezing winter temperatures
- Owners of small ponds or limited container garden spaces
- Gardeners who prefer low-maintenance plants without pest management needs
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Deep maroon foliage and vibrant red blooms create a stunning focal point.
Maintenance Ease
Fast growth and simple care requirements make this ideal for beginners.
Wildlife Attraction
Natural nectar production effectively draws butterflies and hummingbirds to your pond.
Environmental Adaptability
Thrives in full sun but requires indoor protection during colder months.
Growth Potential
Rapid development quickly fills water edges with lush, exotic texture.
Aquatic Compatibility
Safe for shrimp and snails with no complex CO2 requirements needed.
Key Specs
Aquarium Placement
Marginal
Growth Rate
Fast
Substrate Requirement
Rooted in Substrate
CO2 Requirement
None
Temperature Range
65-80° F
pH Range
6.5-7.5
Maximum Height
60 inches
Propagation Methods
Cuttings, Seeds, Division
Features
- Striking ornamental maroon foliage
- Produces deep red flowers late summer
- Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
- Fast growing and easy to maintain
- Tolerates partial shade
- Grows at water's edge or potted
- Adds exotic touch to water gardens
- No CO2 requirement
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and health of the Red Night Blooming Hibiscus upon arrival. Reviewers frequently highlight the meticulous packaging, noting that specimens are reliably protected during transit, leading to successful acclimation. The plant's vibrant appearance and immediate contribution to the aquatic environment are major selling points, confirming its strong value proposition despite occasional size differences. This reliability makes it a trusted choice for enthusiasts seeking healthy aquatic life.
Know before you buy
No, this is a marginal plant designed specifically for outdoor water gardens and ponds. It grows up to five feet tall and requires significant vertical space and natural sunlight that a standard aquarium cannot provide.
Since this plant is not cold-tolerant, you must bring it indoors if you live in a region outside of hardiness zones 7-11. Place it in a bright, frost-free location and keep the soil consistently moist until temperatures warm up in the spring.
No CO2 is required for this species. While it is easy to maintain, it will benefit from a standard aquatic plant fertilizer tablet pushed into the substrate during the growing season to support its fast growth rate.
Yes, the Red Night Blooming Hibiscus is completely shrimp and snail safe. It is an excellent addition to a pond environment and will not harm your aquatic inhabitants.
This is a marginal plant, meaning it prefers to have its roots submerged in shallow water rather than being fully underwater. Place the pot so that the water level reaches just above the top of the soil or the base of the stems.
While the plant can tolerate partial shade, it thrives best in full sun. For the most prolific display of its deep red flowers in late summer, ensure it receives several hours of direct sunlight daily.
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