| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Flowering shrub originally from Asia * | The Telegraph Cross Atlantic | 16 Jul 2026 |
| Burst of rain absorbed by selected flowering shrub (5,4) | ||
| Flower introduced into Europe in the 19th century (5,4) | ||
| Hibiscus variety (5,4) | ||
| ... for a gardener? | ||
| Hibiscus alias | ||
| Garden bloomer |