Rough Guinea-flower (Hibbertia Aspera) is a perennial shrub in the Dilleniaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Hibbertia aspera is a bushy small shrub or scrambling-vine type shrub, typically growing to about 60 cm high and 50 cm wide, with yellow flowers appearing in spring and summer.

Rough Guinea-flower

Rough Guinea-flower

Hibbertia Aspera

Hibbertia aspera is a bushy small shrub or scrambling-vine type shrub, typically growing to about 60 cm high and 50 cm wide, with yellow flowers appearing in spring and summer.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Rough Guinea-flower

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Dilleniaceae
Genus:Hibbertia