Blue hibiscus (Hibiscus huegelii)

Pronunciation:	hi-BIS-cuss
Alternative botanical names:	Alyogyne huegelii
Alternative common names:
Family:	Malvaceae
Native to:	Australia
USDA zones:	9-10
Sunset zones:	15-17, 20-24
Hardy to:	27°
Exposure:	full sun
Water:	drought tolerant
Height x width:	3-6' x 3-6'
Flowers in:	Spring to Summer
Colors:	lavender
Fragrance:	none
Additional comments:	The blue hibiscus can become leggy if it is not cut back periodically. It prefers a dry, well-drained location.