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| Maria from the USA | I have a beautiful hibiscus that's been with me for years now. They love bright, yet indirect light and love to be moist. Every now and again when I have left over coffee in my pot that has cooled off, I add a little water to it and pour it into the plant. They enjoy the high acid. Occasionally, I add some used coffee grounds to the dirt. Every summer, I put my Hibiscus outside on the patio. I notice the leaves grow smaller and thicker when outside. In the winter, I bring my hibiscus inside, and keep it in the brightest room I have. The leaves grow very large and paper thin during this time. When I first put the hibiscus outside (after threat of frost is gone) I notice the large paper thin leaves will dry up and fall off, with smaller thicker ones replacing them. During this time, I keep the soil moist, and never let it dry. I give it miracle grow twice a year and keep it pruned. It really brings a smile to my face when it erupts with blooms. Enjoy! |
| Frances from the USA | Hibiscus care is very easy. They like water but they do not like to sit in water. They love direct sun so putting the plant on an open deck or patio is a great idea. The blooms only last one day, after they bloom just pinch of the dead blooms to keep the plant tidy. With correct watering and light your hibiscus will bloom through out the warm season. They don't like cold temps. So bring it in before the danger of frost. Put your hibscus near a bright light window and remember to keep in moist but not soggy. Letting it dry out with cause yellowing leaves and bud abortion. And it probable won't bloom as much as it would if it was out side in warm temps. If it blooms indoor becareful the pollen dosen't stain your walls or carpet. It's a great plant to have. Reminds me of Hawaii. |
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