How to propagate hibiscus trees and what to pay attention to

Hibiscus tree propagation method

The main ways of propagating hibiscus trees are cuttings, layering, division, etc. It can also be propagated by seeds. Generally speaking, seed propagation is very slow, while division propagation grows the fastest, but it may damage the root system.

Hibiscus tree breeding time

Hibiscus trees can usually be propagated in spring and autumn. The climate during these two time periods is more suitable, with appropriate temperature and humidity, and the survival rate for reproduction is relatively high.

Hibiscus tree propagation method

Hibiscus tree division propagation

Hibiscus tree division propagation is generally carried out from February to March. The roots of the plant are dug out and separated, then planted in the soil, compacted after planting, and watered thoroughly after 5 days.

Hibiscus tree cutting propagation

Hibiscus tree cutting propagation is usually carried out in late autumn and early winter. Choose softwood cuttings or semi-hardwood cuttings, select branches with 3-5 nodes and 10-15 cm long, remove the leaves at the lower 1/2 of the branch, insert it into a flowerpot with vermiculite, keep it moist, and cover it with a plastic bag in winter to keep it moist and warm. Generally speaking, it will take root in 3-4 weeks.

Hibiscus tree seed propagation

Soak the hibiscus tree seeds for 8-10 hours before sowing, then take them out and dry them for sowing. After the seedlings emerge, you should pay attention to proper maintenance, such as regular weeding, loosening the soil, and applying fertilizer.

Hibiscus tree breeding precautions

When propagating hibiscus trees, you need to pay attention to additional watering during the dry season. Generally, you should fertilize twice a year. The first time is after flowering to replenish the consumed nutrients, and the other time is in late autumn. Sufficient base fertilizer needs to be applied to facilitate the plant to survive the winter smoothly and to have lush flowers and leaves next year.