How to save seeds of hibiscus

How to get hibiscus seeds

Hibiscus is also known as Chinese rose. It is an extremely popular ornamental plant with beautiful flowers and blooms all year round. It is an ornamental plant in gardens. Its seeds are generally formed after flowering and can be harvested in time after the flowers fade.

Hibiscus seeds

When preserving hibiscus seeds, you need to cut a knife on the "butt" of the seed, being careful not to damage the flesh inside and not to make the cut too big. Then put the cut seeds directly into water to soak. After the seeds have been soaked in water for a day, the seeds will be significantly larger than before and the seed skin will have softened.

How long can hibiscus seeds be kept?

Hibiscus can keep seeds on its own, but it is difficult for it to survive. If only the petals of the hibiscus fall off, and the pedicel and receptacle are left, there is hope that it will produce seeds, which can be directly removed and then processed before being preserved. However, it requires a suitable environment, otherwise it will die directly.

Hibiscus seed storage

When storing hibiscus seeds, they need to be sealed and placed in a relatively dry environment with good ventilation. When maintaining them, they need to have a suitable temperature environment and avoid humid and high temperature environments.

Hibiscus seed planting

When planting hibiscus seeds, it is usually done in March to May every year. They need to be peeled first, and then planted in loose and fertile soil. During the maintenance period, they need sufficient sunlight and enough water, and regular fertilization is required.