difference between tropical hibiscus and hardy hibiscus

Question

I have been growing hibiscus for 25 years and I have never heard them referred to as tropical and/or hardy hibiscus. The genus is known as Rosa sinenis whether it is hardy or otherwise can you please explain?

Answer 1

Here is a website that explains the difference between tropical and hardy hibiscus:

http://www.tropicalflowers-and-plants.com/Tropical-Hibiscus-and-Hardy-Hibiscus.html

Happy gardening!