Description
This product does not have the flowers at the time of shipping. Afterward, the plant will bloom and it could be of any colored flower. Hibiscus is a genus of flowering plants in the mallow family, Malvaceae.
It is quite large, containing several hundred species that are native to warm-temperate, subtropical and tropical regions throughout the world. Hibiscus are deciduous annual and perennial herbaceous plants with dark green alternate, ovate leaves. The flowers are large, conspicuous, trumpet-shaped, with five or more petals Red color. Hibiscus plants are tropical beauties that will bring an exotic look to your garden. They are durable plants that can grow to be up to 4.5 meters in height, The flowers are attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds.
Plant Specifications
| Plant Height | 19 inch (48 cm) |
| Plant Spread | 4 inch (10 cm) |
| Common Name | China rose, Hawaiian hibiscus, rose mallow. |
| Maximum Reachable Height | Up to 4.5 mete |
| Flower Color | Red color. |
| Bloom Time | Throughout the year. |
| Difficulty Level | Easy to grow. |
Planting And Care
Sunlight
- At least five to six hours of sunlight a day is ideal for flowering and plant grow well in Natural bright light.
Soil
- The soil should be well drained and rich in organic content for growing Hibiscus plant.
Watering
- Water the plant when the top soil (1-2 inch) in pot feels dry to touch.
- Do not overwater the plant.
- Water thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season.
Application of Fertilizer
- During the main growing season feed the plant with organic fertilizer once a month.
- Loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the plant so it can uptake the nutrients and moisture easily.
Plant Protection
- Remove dead, infected or damaged plant parts and discard them away from the plants.
- For any insect attack or disease, you can use Neem oil, Eucalyptus oil or Citrus oil spray for primary treatment.
Don’ts
- Do not over water the plant.
- Avoid applying water on flowers and leaves it may cause fungus infection.
Hibiscus Care
Initial care for 1-2 weeks after receiving plant at your location:
- Check the moisture in the soil before watering it.
- Water when the topsoil (1-2 inch) feels dry to touch.
- Keep the plant in direct bright light.
- Do not re-pot for min. 2 weeks after receiving it.
Key requirements to keep plant healthy:
| Sunlight | Natural bright light/indirect bright light. |
| Watering | Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture. Water when topsoil (1-2 inches) feels dry to touch. Water thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season. |
| Soil | Well draining and nutrient-rich soil. |
| Temperature | 16 to 32 Degrees Celsius. |
| Fertilizer | Apply any organic fertilizer. |
Hibiscus Special Feature
Beautiful flower.
Hibiscus Uses
Ornamental Use:
- They are commonly successfully used as landscape shrubs in the warmer parts.
Medicinal Use:
- Hibiscus tea lowers body temperature Hibiscus flower oil Promotes Hair Growth and Prevents Premature Hair Graying Note: The following information is general guidelines.
- Be sure to ask your healthcare provider for guidelines.
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