Hibiscus Out All Winter

Question

I left my hibiscus out in pots and temps fell below 30 degrees a couple times, but they were covered and the dogs thought that it was their bed. How and when will I know if they are dead cause my Cotton Rose hibiscus made it through the winter in a pot alongside the larger ones– strange winter in Florida.

Answer 1

Wait until spring to cut back the plant, which will help protect the new growth, just in case another freeze occurs. These articles will help you as well:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/how-to-tell-if-a-plant-is-dead-and-how-to-recover-an-almost-dead-plant.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/tips-for-saving-cold-damaged-plants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/hibiscus/tips-for-pruning-hibiscus-plants-when-to-prune-hibiscus.htm