Orange Sunset Wind Hibiscus

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

- **Height**: 4 to 6 feet (1.2 to 1.8 meters)

- **Width**: 3 to 5 feet (0.9 to 1.5 meters)

- **Growth Habit**: Upright, 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 blooms, bright orange with a gradient fading to yellow at the edges

- 5 to 6 inches across (12.5 to 15 cm), with a red or pink eye

- Bloom season: Spring through fall (March to November in mild climates), potentially year-round in tropical settings

- Lightly fragrant, attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

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

- **Soil**:

- Well-drained, fertile; thrives in rich, loamy soil with organic matter

- Slightly acidic to neutral (pH 6.0 to 7.0)

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

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

- **Wildlife**: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds; not deer-resistant

- **Care**:

- Fertilize monthly with a balanced mix (e.g., 10-10-10) during growing season

- Prune in early spring to shape or encourage bushiness

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

- **Pests/Diseases**:

- May attract aphids, whiteflies, or spider mites

- Susceptible to root rot in soggy conditions

- **Uses**: Containers, garden beds, hedges, or tropical accent

- **Growth Rate**: Moderate to fast; reaches mature size in 1-2 seasons with good care

- **Special Features**:

- Assumed tolerance to windy conditions (implied by "Wind" in name), with sturdy branching

- Warm orange-to-yellow blooms evoke a sunset glow

- Heat-tolerant, ideal for coastal or warm climates

The Orange Sunset Wind Hibiscus Bush’s vivid orange blooms with a sunset-inspired fade bring a bold, tropical flair to sunny gardens or patios, potentially standing up well to breezy spots with its robust form. If this isn’t the exact cultivar you had in mind, let me know more details, and I’ll refine it further! Want care tips or planting ideas?