How to Get My Hibiscus to Bloom

I have a tropical hibiscus that I keep in a container in the house. It has plenty of light, water, drainage, etc. , but it has not bloomed for the last few years. Otherwise, it looks very healthy. Also, the leaves have lost their ‘waxy’ look. Please help!!

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#1 Comment By Nikki On 10/09/2011 @ 10:32 am

Give it some bloom booster fertilizer or bone meal. It likely lacks phosphorus, which it needs to produce blooms. This article has more information:
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