Hibiscus Lady Cilento

Hibiscus Lady Cilento is a celebrated and iconic hibiscus variety named in honour of Lady Phyllis Cilento — the distinguished Australian doctor, writer and public figure. She is a plant of real character and history, and her blooms are every bit as impressive as her namesake. Large, wide-open flowers with a slight ruffle along the petal edges, ablaze in a fiery combination of orange, red and yellow tones — warm, bold and utterly captivating, like a tropical sunset captured in a single bloom.

Reliable, free-flowering and vigorous, Lady Cilento is a classic garden hibiscus that delivers season after season of her spectacular fiery blooms. She is a plant with a story, a name, and a presence that commands the garden with warmth and confidence.

Plant Information

Botanical Name
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Lady Cilento'

Named After
Lady Phyllis Cilento — celebrated Australian doctor, writer and public figure

Flower Colour
Large, open blooms with slight ruffled edges — fiery combination of orange, red and yellow tones throughout

Form
Upright flowering shrub with glossy green foliage

Plant Height at Supply
25–30cm

Mature Size
1.5–2.5m height depending on conditions and pruning

Sunlight
Full sun — at least 6 hours of direct sun per day for best flowering

Watering
Regular watering — keep soil consistently moist but well-drained; do not allow to dry out completely

Soil
Rich, well-draining soil with good organic content

Frost Tolerance
Frost sensitive — protect below 4°C

Pot Size
Supplied in a 2.5L bag

Important Notes

• A hibiscus with history: Lady Cilento carries the name of a remarkable Australian woman — a plant with real provenance and a story worth telling
• Fiery multi-toned blooms: Her large open flowers in orange, red and yellow are bold, warm and spectacular — a true garden showstopper
• Full sun is essential: Hibiscus flowers best in a warm, sunny position — insufficient sun will reduce flowering significantly
• Regular feeding: Feed with a balanced fertiliser during the growing season to encourage prolific blooming
• Pruning: Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth and blooms
• Delivery: Delivered across South Africa — please ensure someone is available to receive your plant

Perfect for garden beds, large containers, patio displays, and anyone seeking a bold, fiery and historically named tropical hibiscus.