hibiscus not blooming

Have a 15 year old hibiscus plant that has bloomed every year except this year. The plant foliage is green and full. No sight of any buds. Please advise!! Thanks.

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#1 Comment By Downtoearthdigs On 08/20/2015 @ 2:31 am

Likely to much Nitrogen in the soil. This can cause lots of lush leaves and no flowering.
Phosphorous is needed and Bone Meal is a great way to add this to the soil.

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