Propagating Hibiscus — When Remove Bag?

Question

I’m attempting to propagate hibiscus, and I think I made a mistake initially in that I put an opaque bag over the pot. Today, I replaced that with a clear bag (I feel kinda “duh”) — photo attached. I see they’re budding despite my bad, but I’m wondering if I need to keep the bag on it at this point? It’s been about 3 weeks since I put them in the dirt, and I read somewhere to keep the bag on for 8 weeks? What kind of light should I keep the pot in? Would just appreciate a little guidance at this point… looking things up online is so confusing! Thanks!

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Answer 1

The fact that the stems have leaves means they have roots, so you don't need the bag anymore. Give it as much light as you can, a south or west window is best. They like humidity so you can put the container on a tray of pebbles and keep water in it. The pot should not rest below the pebbles or it will absorb the water and may get root rot.

Here is more:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/hibiscus/hibiscus-container-care.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/hibiscus/wintering-hibiscus-indoors-winter-care-for-hibiscus.htm

Here is info about a pebble tray (but ignore the photo; it is not a pebble tray).

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/hpgen/what-is-a-pebble-tray.htm