# Purple Hibiscus (Alyogyne huegelii)

Australian native seed packet from Native Seed Co.

- Price: A$12.00 per 1 packet, AUD incl. GST
- Availability: in stock
- Shop page: https://www.nativeseedco.org/product/532
- SKU: NSC-532
- Packet contents: approx. 30 seeds

Native to the coastal shrubland and sandy soil of Western Australia from the Central West Coast, Leeuwin-Naturaliste and the WA South Coast, Purple Hibiscus flowers have deep violet satiny petals 8-12cm across, with the flowering running long across spring through summer — in mild climates it barely stops. The seeds are 3-4mm and near-black, with a hard glossy coat, lightly hairy. ANPSA states propagation from seed is relatively easy with no special pretreatment needed, but an overnight soak is recommended. Sow in Spring or early Autumn.

## Growing specifications

- Origin: Coastal shrubland of Western Australia — Central West Coast, Leeuwin-Naturaliste and the south coast
- Form: shrub (short-lived perennial); height 2–3 m
- Sun: full sun
- Soil: sandy, limestone, loam
- Drought tolerance: high
- Frost: light frost only
- Coastal / salt tolerant: yes
- Suited climates: mediterranean, temperate, semi-arid
- Flowering season: spring, summer, autumn
- Sowing season: spring, autumn
- Germination: 14–30 days
- Seed pre-treatment: scarify or hot water soak
- Attracts: native bees
- Garden uses: informal hedge, feature shrub, large pot
- Notes: Satiny violet flowers 8–12 cm across. No special pre-treatment is strictly needed, but scratching the hard coat or an overnight hot-water soak lifts germination. Fast-growing and very long-flowering; tip prune to keep it dense. Dislikes humid summers.

## Highlights

- Deep violet satiny petals, 8-12cm across
- Flowers through spring and summer — barely stops in mild climates
- A coastal shrubland native of Western Australia
- Hard glossy seed: an overnight soak is recommended

Also known as: Blue Hibiscus, Lilac Hibiscus, Native Hibiscus.

## Seed facts

- Seed: Hard-coated seeds from a fast-growing, drought-tolerant native shrub. For best results, pre-treat seeds by lightly scratching with sandpaper or soaking in hot water overnight to break dormancy.
- Sowing depth: 2–3mm.
- Mix: Free-draining sandy loam or native mix.
- Timing: Spring or autumn.
- Germination: Warm, full sun.
- Moisture: Keep consistently moist but ensure excellent drainage.
- Timeline: 14–30 days.

## How to sow

1. Break dormancy first: scratch the hard glossy coat lightly with sandpaper, or soak the seed in hot water overnight.
2. Sow in spring or early autumn into a free-draining sandy loam or native mix.
3. Cover with 2–3mm of mix and place in a warm position in full sun.
4. Keep consistently moist but never waterlogged; seedlings appear in 14–30 days.
5. Pot on seedlings once they have 4–6 true leaves.
6. Plant out in a sunny position with sharp drainage and good air circulation.

## Care

- Plant in full sun with good drainage — plenty of light brings more flowers.
- Water regularly while establishing; once settled it handles dry periods well.
- Prune after flowering — light trimming keeps it compact and brings on fresh growth.
- Fast-growing and long-flowering: 2-3m tall, and in mild climates it barely stops.
- Feed with a low-phosphorus native fertiliser in spring if you feed at all.
- Dislikes humid summers — give it an open position with air movement.

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