What are the cultivation methods and precautions for Hibiscus peony?

Hibiscus peony cultivation method

Hibiscus peony is a plant of the Ranunculaceae family. There are several methods of reproduction, including division, grafting, and sowing, but division and grafting are the most common methods. Sowing is mostly used to cultivate new varieties. Common varieties include Rising Sun, Morning Glow in the Snow, Pink Trumpet, and Red Peony.

Hibiscus peony likes warm, cool, dry and sunny environment. It can also tolerate partial shade, but is afraid of direct sunlight. It is cold-resistant, drought-resistant and avoids waterlogging. It is suitable for planting in loose, deep, fertile, high and dry, well-drained neutral sandy loam.

Soil: Hibiscus peony does not have high requirements for soil, but it is suitable for planting in loose, fertile, well-drained neutral and slightly alkaline soil. It cannot be planted in acidic and heavy clay soil.

Light: Hibiscus peony is a sun-loving plant and needs sufficient light during the growing period to grow and bloom normally. If the maintenance environment is dark, the flowers will be small and the color will be dull. However, if placed under strong light, the plant will be burned, so proper shading is needed.

Temperature: Hibiscus peony likes a warm environment, the suitable growth temperature is 15-25℃, 13-18℃ from October to March of the following year. The temperature in winter needs to be above 5℃, otherwise the leaves will turn yellow and fall off. If the temperature is below 0 degrees, it will suffer from frost damage.

Watering method

During daily care of Hibiscus peony, just keep the soil slightly moist. During the winter, keep the potting soil slightly moist and water it once every 10 days. No water accumulation should occur. If it is maintained indoors and the air is relatively dry, spray water appropriately, or cover with plastic film to keep warm and increase humidity.

Fertilization method

One year after the hibiscus peony is planted, you can apply decomposed organic fertilizer in autumn, which can be combined with loosening the soil, broadcasting, or hole application. Chemical fertilizers can be used in spring and summer, and can be combined with watering and fertilization before or after flowering.

Pruning methods

Hibiscus peony can be pruned in spring. Keep 2-3 buds at the bottom of each branch and cut all the branches above. This can promote the germination of new buds, make the growth more vigorous, and improve the ornamental value. After pruning, water and fertilizer should be properly controlled.

Matters Needing Attention in Hibiscus Peony Cultivation

When the Hibiscus peony is growing vigorously, its branches need to be shortened appropriately and shaped. After pruning, it is necessary to temporarily control the water for a period of time and then resume normal watering.