Hibiscus - Dark Red Teatime Red

Hibiscus sabdariffa is widely grown in many areas of Asia, Africa and America. This plant is also called red sorrel, roselle, Jamaican sorrel, Indian sorrel, Queensland jelly plant, sour-sour, lemon bush and Florida cranberry. Teatime Hibiscus prefer deep, rich, fertile and well drained soil. Teatime is very similar in color and taste to cranberries. The fruits can be harvested about 10 days after the flowers appear, while the calyces are still tender and juicy. The red base of the flower is used for tea, juice, sauce, jelly, wines and pies. They should be kept evenly moist. The Hibiscus Teatime, 'Hibiscus sabdariffa', is a robust, shrub-like annual that is attractive as a hedge or in a border. The fleshy red, cup-like, 1 inch base of the flower, called a calyx, is used to make cool drinks and tea. The flowers begin to bloom in October. Plant in the spring after the last frost when soil temperatures are warm. ... additional info