- **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**: Upright, bushy, well-branched, moderately compact

- **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, ruffled, golden-yellow blooms with deep burgundy to maroon centers

- 5 to 6 inches across (12.5 to 15 cm), single form

- Bloom season: Late spring to first frost (May to November in mild climates)

- Flowers last up to 3 days each, attracts hummingbirds and butterflies

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

- **Soil**:

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

- Slightly acidic to neutral (pH 6.0 to 7.0)

- **Watering**: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist but not soggy, especially in containers

- **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 high-phosphorus "bloom boosters"

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

- In cold climates, bring indoors in winter (cool, bright spot) or mulch heavily in Zone 9

- **Pests/Diseases**:

- Generally pest-resistant; may see aphids or whiteflies

- Susceptible to root rot if overwatered

- **Uses**: Containers, patios, flower gardens, mixed borders, 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 by J. Berry Nursery, bred for vigor and high bloom count

- Patent USPP 32,773

- Heat-tolerant, long-blooming, and low-maintenance

The Rico Suave™ Hollywood® Hibiscus dazzles with its golden-yellow ruffled blooms and sultry burgundy centers, bringing a tropical flair and pollinator appeal to sunny spaces or containers with ease. Let me know if you’d like care tips or planting suggestions!