Painted Lady Tropical Hibiscus Tree Form Standard

About this plant

Standing tall and proud, the 'Painted Lady' Tropical Hibiscus Tree boasts large, vibrant single flowers in shades of fiery orange, sunny yellow, and delicate pink, often with striking red centers, creating a captivating display against its glossy green foliage. This cultivated standard offers the exotic beauty of a tropical hibiscus in a refined, structural form, perfect for adding vertical interest to patios, entryways, or garden beds. Enjoy a continuous bloom from late spring through fall in warmer climates, attracting hummingbirds and butterflies with its cheerful blossoms. Its unique tree-form structure elevates the flowers to eye level, making it a spectacular focal point in any outdoor space. Developed by A Cut Above, this premium plant is meticulously nurtured to ensure robust health and prolific flowering. It's an investment in enduring beauty and a testament to our commitment to exceptional horticulture.

Installation timing

When we're in season, outside of the winter months, our goal is to get your plants installed within about two weeks. That window gives us enough time to secure your plants from our supplier and find a spot on the schedule. Throughout the process we stay in touch through notifications and your existing client portal on the main A Cut Above website, which is separate from this landscaping plants shop.

Care & maintenance

Provide well-draining soil and consistent moisture for optimal growth. Feed regularly with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer during the growing season. Protect from frost; bring indoors or provide winter protection in colder climates (zones 9 and below). Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage new blooms.

Watering suggestions

Proper watering is the single most important factor in your plant's survival after installation. Newly installed plants have a limited root system and rely on you for consistent moisture while they establish.

• First 2 weeks: Water deeply every day (or every other day in cooler, wet weather), soaking the root ball and surrounding soil.
• Weeks 3–12: Water deeply 2–3 times per week, adjusting for rain, heat, and soil drainage.
• After establishment: Water deeply about once a week during the growing season, and more often in extreme heat or drought.
• How to check: Stick a finger 2–3 inches into the soil near the roots — if it's dry, it's time to water. Deep, less-frequent watering encourages strong roots; shallow daily sprinkles do not.
• Avoid: Overwatering (soggy, waterlogged soil) is just as harmful as underwatering and can drown roots.

Watering needs vary by plant, season, soil, and exposure. Because proper watering is the customer's responsibility after installation, please make sure you understand and can follow these suggestions before ordering.

Good to know: plants and trees purchased from and installed by A Cut Above include a one-year limited warranty from the date of installation. Because plant survival depends heavily on proper watering and care after installation, losses caused by improper care, neglect, animal or chemical damage, or extreme weather are not covered, and we must be given the chance to inspect a struggling plant before it's removed or replaced. Coverage is one replacement per plant. Read our warranty info.