My Tropical Hibiscus “tree” Made By Twisting About 5 Plants Together Is About 6ft High, In A Large Pot, Probably Needs Repotti

Question

ng, has shiny new leaves and it flowers. It is outside for summer. I notice that the woven “tree trunk” has 4 in up/down scrap es on it. Animal? This is the first time, ever, a fully developed flower fell off.

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Answer 1

It does appear that something has been scratching on it! Likely a rodent of sorts. I could recommend using hot pepper sprays, or predator urine to keep away these pests.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/beneficial/attracting-birds-of-prey.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/animals/protecting-trees-from-rodents.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/animals/mice-eating-tree-bark.htm