Sayers made a public appearance in Carbondale in 1996 when he was the speaker at the Ninth Annual Banquet of the Tuscan Masonic Lodge 44. The shrub itself isn't showy, but the large, spectacular blooms are bright orange. Hibiscuses bloom in several colors, all equally magnificent. They may be grown outdoors, where they do well until the temperature drops below 40 degrees. Although they appear to be too large to try to grow successfully in an average home, Cole suggests it is entirely possible with the proper pruning.
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