The blue hibiscus, Alyogyne huegelii, is native to Australia and is a member of the Malvaceae family. Alyogyne huegelii, or blue hibiscus as it is commonly called, is not a member of the Hibiscus family. However, its dramatic deep blue flowers, measuring 4 to 5 inches across, makes stunning springtime display! This is a hardy evergreen shrub up to 7 or 8 feet in height, and is capable of surviving temperatures dropping to 23°F. It loves sun and a warm garden location.
For more information, read: Marvellous Mallows - Alyogyne huegelii.
How it would perform in College Station, TX is an unknown.
