Hibiscus Tree Care Instructions
Plant your hibiscus in fertile soil. If planting a hibiscus outdoors, amend the soil with peat moss and perlite or vermiculite. If planting your hibiscus in a pot, plant it in a mixture of peat moss, perlite or vermiculite and a balanced potting soil that has been formulated for container plants. Apply a layer of mulch around the hibiscus to prevent weeds from growing and to maintain moisture. Add an insecticidal soap to the hibiscus plant if you notice insects. Insects such as scale, mealy bug, white fly and aphid thrive on these types of plants. Prune the hibiscus in the early spring with pruning shears. Soil and Fertilizing. Plant your hibiscus in fertile soil. If planting a hibiscus outdoors, amend the soil with peat moss and perlite or vermiculite. If planting your hibiscus in a pot, plant it in a mixture of peat moss, perlite or vermiculite and a balanced potting soil that has been formulated for container plants. If planting your hibiscus in a pot, plant it in a mixture of peat moss, perlite or vermiculite and a balanced potting soil that has been formulated for container plants. Fertilize your hibiscus regularly during the summer, every two to three weeks with a half-strength 20-20-20 fertilizer. 1 While planting keep in mind that the plant could grow bigger after years. 2  It will grow in most soils that are airy, humus rich and well-irrigated. 3  Do not place the plant near fruit, this to prevent ethylene damage. 4  Newbiscus can be used during the summer as patio plant. 5  Place it in a bright, sheltered, sunny spot. Overview. Gardeners enjoy growing hibiscus shrubs because the plants are very hardy and can handle a wide range of growing environments. The plant is best recognized for its floppy, bright flowers and dark green leaves, which can make for an attractive hedge or accent shrub. Hibiscus plants are typically divided into two categories, perennial and tropical. Tropical hibiscus plants are either brought indoors during cold weather or are treated as annuals, because of their sensitivity to the cold. Add an insecticidal soap to the hibiscus plant if you notice insects. Insects such as scale, mealy bug, white fly and aphid thrive on these types of plants. Prune the hibiscus in the early spring with pruning shears. Remove dead and diseased wood, branches that rub against each other and droopy foliage. Step 3. Irrigate the hibiscus plant weekly with enough water to soak the soil to a depth of 18 inches, according to the University of Florida. Pile 3 inches of mulch around the shrub's base to help conserve moisture between waterings. Plants. 1  Place Newbiscus on a bright, sheltered, place. 2  While planting keep in mind that the plant could grow bigger after years. 3  It will grow in most soils that are airy, humus rich and well-irrigated. 4  Do not place the plant near fruit, this to prevent ethylene damage.
Apply a layer of mulch around the hibiscus to prevent weeds from growing and to maintain moisture. Add an insecticidal soap to the hibiscus plant if you notice insects. Insects such as scale, mealy bug, white fly and aphid thrive on these types of plants. Prune the hibiscus in the early spring with pruning shears.