Gardener's Tips: What's Important to Know About Growing Hibiscus in the Garden

20.06.2023 15:00
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:25

Hibiscus is a bright and fragrant plant that is added to tea. In the article you will learn about the secrets of growing and caring for a plant.

Place and soil

For successful cultivation of hibiscus in the garden, it is best to choose a place well lit by sunlight.

Hibiscus hybrid is a moisture-loving, but drought-resistant plant. Hibiscus is not very demanding on the soil, the main thing is that it be fertile, loose and well-drained.

What Hibiscus Doesn't Like

Hibiscus does not tolerate sudden changes in temperature, loves southern windows, but will suffer from direct sunlight.

In summer, it is advisable to water the plant abundantly and expose it to fresh air. Indoor hibiscus can be grown in pots. The only prerequisite for hibiscus to the ground is good drainage.

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Pruning

During the period of active growth, the hibiscus bush may acquire a sloppy appearance. To achieve a beautiful, shaped bush, it is important to cut and shape it in time and correctly. This procedure is carried out only in the fall, preferably at the end of November or December.

Watering

For irrigation, warm, settled water is used, and the procedure itself is carried out as the soil in the pot dries.

Watering frequency: 3-4 times a week. In winter, watering is reduced if the hibiscus is in a cool room.

Diana Dashkevich Author: Diana Dashkevich Editor internet resource


Content
  1. Place and soil
  2. What Hibiscus Doesn't Like
  3. Pruning
  4. Watering