- **Type**: Tropical evergreen shrub (grown as an annual in cooler climates)

- **Height**: 4 to 5 feet (1.2 to 1.5 meters)

- **Width**: 4 to 5 feet (1.2 to 1.5 meters)

- **Growth Habit**: Compact, bushy, well-branched

- **Foliage**:

- Glossy, dark green, oval leaves, 3 to 5 inches long (7.5 to 12.5 cm)

- Evergreen in frost-free zones; may drop leaves in cold conditions

- **Flowers**:

- Large, single, solid true-red blooms with bright yellow stamens

- 5 to 6 inches across (12.5 to 15 cm)

- Bloom season: Early spring to first frost (March to November in mild climates), one of the earliest hibiscus to flower

- Long-lasting (up to 3 days per bloom), attracts hummingbirds and butterflies

- **Light**: Full sun (6+ hours daily) for best flowering; tolerates partial shade (4-6 hours)

- **Soil**:

- Well-drained, fertile; thrives in any potting mix or loamy soil

- Slightly acidic to neutral (pH 6.0 to 7.0)

- **Watering**: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist but not soggy

- **Hardiness**: USDA Zones 9 to 11 (20°F or -6°C; grown as an annual or overwintered indoors elsewhere)

- **Wildlife**: Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies; deer-resistant

- **Care**:

- Fertilize every 2-3 weeks with a low-phosphorus mix (e.g., 10-4-12); avoid “bloom boosters”

- Prune lightly in early spring to shape or remove dead growth

- In cold climates, bring indoors in winter (cool, bright spot) or treat as an annual

- **Pests/Diseases**:

- May attract aphids or whiteflies

- Susceptible to root rot if overwatered

- **Uses**: Containers, landscapes, flower gardens, or as a tropical accent

- **Growth Rate**: Moderate to fast; reaches mature size in one season with good care

- **Special Features**:

- Part of the Hollywood® series, bred for early blooming and high bud count

- Patent USPP 27,304

- Heat-tolerant, low-maintenance, and a pollinator magnet

The *First to Arrive* lives up to its name by kicking off the bloom season early, delivering bold red flowers that pop against its dark foliage—perfect for a dramatic garden or patio statement. If you meant something else by "Hollywood First to Arrive," like a historical event or another plant, just let me know, and I’ll adjust! Want care tips or planting ideas?