How to grow hibiscus

Hibiscus growing conditions

Hibiscus likes to grow in a sunny environment and must be guaranteed to have at least 8 hours of light every day. It is not cold-resistant, so the temperature must be controlled in winter and maintained at 12-15℃ so that it can survive the winter safely. It is best to choose soil rich in organic matter and slightly acidic with a pH of 6.5-pH7, which can make the plant grow better.

How to grow hibiscus

Hibiscus is a strong sun-loving plant, so it must be placed in a sunny environment when it is cultivated. Because it is not very cold-resistant, it is important to control the temperature when cultivating it. The temperature cannot be too low, otherwise the plant will easily be frozen.

Watering hibiscus

When the climate is suitable, hibiscus should be watered once a day and watered thoroughly. After entering summer, due to the hot weather, the water evaporates quickly, so you should water it more and spray water on their leaves to maintain the air humidity.

Fertilizing Hibiscus

Hibiscus has a very high demand for fertilizer after entering the growth stage, and basically needs to be fertilized once every month so that it can have enough nutrients to grow. However, when fertilizing, you should pay attention to applying thin fertilizers. If the fertilizer concentration is too high, it is easy to burn the plant.

Hibiscus pest control

1. Root nematode control method: You can use carbofuran or isothiocarb to treat the plants. Generally, apply the medicine once every 5-7 days and spray 2-3 times.

2. Methods for controlling red spider mites: You can prevent their reproduction by increasing the humidity of the environment, or you can directly use benbuterol to spray and kill them.

3. Methods for prevention and control of stem rot: You can use carbendazim or thiram to irrigate the roots of diseased plants, generally once every week, and the plants will be cured after about 3 times.

4. Leaf spot disease prevention and control methods: You can use cypermethrin or mancozeb to spray the diseased plants, usually once every 10-15 days, and 1-2 times will cure the disease.

How to grow hibiscus at home

1. When growing hibiscus at home, it is appropriate to choose a slightly acidic soil that is rich in humus and has good drainage. It should be exposed to sufficient sunlight at ordinary times, because it likes sunlight and should be placed in the sun for at least 8 hours a day.

2. The environment for caring for hibiscus should not be too dry. Water it in time and water the soil thoroughly. In summer, water it once in the morning and once in the evening. Fertilize it once a month during its growing period, and apply thin fertilizer so that it can grow stronger.

Precautions for caring for hibiscus flowers

During the maintenance process of hibiscus, it is necessary to provide it with a suitable temperature environment. The temperature is relatively low in winter, so it needs to be moved indoors for maintenance in time. The maintenance temperature in winter should not be lower than 5°C, otherwise there is a risk of frost damage. The temperature should not be higher than 15°C, otherwise it will easily affect the dormancy of hibiscus.