08/25/2026
We have a few Rosella Hibiscus plants available, $5 each. I would advise to keep these inside thru this winter and plant in the Spring. I make jelly with the calyxes.
Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa) is a fast-growing tropical shrub famous for its tart, bright red calyxes used to make refreshing herbal teas, jams, and sauces.
Also known as red sorrel, Jamaican sorrel, or Florida cranberry, it is native to Central and West Africa and grown worldwide for its culinary and medicinal purposes.
Grows as an annual or short-lived perennial reaching 5 to 7 feet (up to 8 feet) tall.
Flowers: Pale yellow or white blossoms with a dark red center, lasting only a single day.
Calyxes: The fleshy, deep-red cup-like structure surrounding the seed pod that swells after the flower drops. This is the primary harvested part of the plant.
BenefitsCulinary: Calyxes have a tart flavor similar to cranberries and are used in teas, syrups, jellies, and chutneys.
Nutrition: High in Vitamin C, antioxidants, and organic acids.
Medicinal: Traditionally used to support healthy blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and metabolic health.
Growing Conditions and CareSunlight: Requires full sun, needing at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Soil: Prefers well-draining, fertile soil. Thrives in warm, tropical-to-subtropical zones (USDA Hardiness Zones 8–11. Trimming the tips of young branches early encourages bushier growth and a higher yield of calyxes.
