What are the cultivation methods and precautions of hibiscus flowers?

Hibiscus growth habits

Hibiscus likes to grow in a warm and humid environment. It is not drought-tolerant or cold-tolerant. The soil suitable for its growth is moist and well-drained. In addition, hibiscus is a plant that likes light very much. When we grow it, we need to pay more attention to whether its light intake is reached.

Hibiscus cultivation method

Soil: Hibiscus likes to grow in acidic soil. It is necessary to use sandy soil with good drainage and add some leaf mold or phytosanitary fertilizer to ensure the acidity of the soil.

Temperature: Hibiscus is a flower that loves light very much, so the temperature should be kept above 12℃ when growing hibiscus.

Light: Normally make sure it has sufficient sunlight, but avoid direct sunlight that is too strong. Provide about 5 to 8 hours of sufficient light every day.

Watering: Be sure to keep the soil in the hibiscus pot moist, especially in the hot summer, watering it more is beneficial to the growth of the hibiscus.

Fertilization: Top dressing is mainly required during the growth and flowering period of hibiscus. You can mix phosphorus and potassium fertilizers in proportion, and then apply the decomposed liquid fertilizer diluted with water to the hibiscus. It should be applied once every 10 days or so, and fertilization should be stopped in winter.

Pruning: Cut short the branches and leaves that are too long on the plant in time, and control its growth rate to maintain its beautiful columnar shape. The plant should be well ventilated and light-permeable for better growth.

Hibiscus cultivation precautions

Hibiscus is usually repotted in spring, not in autumn, because the weather is cooler in autumn, which will affect the survival rate of hibiscus repotting. Repotting hibiscus is also relatively simple. Just lay it flat and knock out the soil. After putting it in the pot, you can trim the branches and leaves to reduce water evaporation from the branches and leaves and lock in moisture.