Hibiscus Cultivation Methods and Precautions
Today, the editor will explain the cultivation methods and precautions of hibiscus, as well as the techniques for maintaining hibiscus in green plant flower planting. Next, the editor of this site will introduce to everyone.
The key to growing hibiscus well lies in four points: blooming in all seasons, flowering monthly, large and colorful flowers.
In fact, although hibiscus is very common, its flowers and petals are large, and it is an evergreen shrub. The flowers not only have single petals but also double petals, which are all very beautiful. The flower colors also come in several varieties, with bright red being particularly beautiful, as well as light pink, yellow, and mixed colors. Single-petal hibiscus flowers resemble hollyhocks, while double-petal hibiscus flowers are like peony and tree peony flowers, very magnificent. Under good growth conditions, it can bloom continuously throughout the year, especially from June to September in summer. So, how to care for potted hibiscus?
First, ensure sufficient sunlight for hibiscus cultivation
Hibiscus loves plenty of sunlight because it is a sun-loving plant. Therefore, it must be placed in a location with adequate light for maintenance, which allows it to grow strong and bloom continuously.
If the light is insufficient during regular maintenance, combined with excessive watering and moist potting soil, it can lead to dropped flower buds, leaves, and even root rot. Therefore, in the summer, it does not need to be shaded and can still grow and bloom when placed in a sunny area.
Second, ensure sufficient fertilizer and water for hibiscus cultivation
Hibiscus prefers fertile potting soil, so when preparing the soil, some decomposed cake fertilizer or leaf mold can be added to the bottom of the pot, and a little fine sand can be added as well. Additionally, frequent fertilization is needed during the growing period because it has a long flowering period and continuous blooming, so apply thin fertilizer frequently, watering with fertilizer every half month or providing some phosphorus and potassium fertilizers. Remember not to go for long periods without fertilizing. However, after October, there is no need to fertilize anymore.
Hibiscus Cultivation Methods and Precautions
Third, pay attention to watering hibiscus
In the growing and flowering periods, watering should be timely and not wait until the potting soil is completely dry. Otherwise, excessive drought in the potting soil can lead to water deficiency in the flower buds, causing them to abscise and fall off. Insufficient water can also lead to leaf yellowing. However, in lower temperatures and during the cold winter, watering should be reduced. If the room temperature is too low and excessive watering occurs, it can easily lead to leaf drop and root rot.
Fourth, pay attention to preventing cold for hibiscus
As it is not very cold-resistant, it should be kept indoors during winter, maintaining a suitable temperature. Keeping the temperature around 10 degrees Celsius is best. If the room temperature can reach 15 degrees or even higher, it is not suitable as it is not conducive to its dormancy and affects the flowering in the following year.
At the same time, the temperature in winter should not be too low. If it drops below three degrees, it can suffer from cold damage. How to grow hibiscus? Do well in four points, and it will bloom beautifully in all seasons with continuous flowering. Some images are sourced from the internet. If there is any inappropriateness, please contact us for replacement.