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  • Answered by
    nikki-phipps on
    August 7, 2017
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    I feel your frustration, as I also have some chipmunks stealing from my garden this year!

    This article may have a few more tips: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/animals/chipmunk-control.htm

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    nikki-phipps on
    August 8, 2017
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    Generally, this is a sign of an insect infestation. Spider mites, mealy bugs, aphids, thrips, and whiteflies are common pests that affect hibiscus plants, sucking sap from them and resulting in anything from poor growth to leaf curl and drop. Thoroughly inspect the plant to see if this is indeed the problem and then treat the plant with neem oil. If you do not see any signs of pests, check the soil to ensure it is getting adequate moisture.

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    August 16, 2017
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    August 17, 2017
  • Answered by
    MichiganDot on
    August 16, 2017
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    Your answer depends on what type of hibiscus you have. Some hibiscus are hardy and some are tropical. Tropical plants usually have very glossy, dark green leaves. If it was located among the perennials at a garden store, then I would assume it is hardy in your region. Browse search engine images for your plant and follow the link to the page that IDs it. Or use a plant ID website and post a picture. Hardy hibiscus will make it through a zone 4 winter which is Carleton Place's zone.

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    MichiganDot on
    August 18, 2017
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    Hibiscus has to go through a cold period to reset the bloom cycle. If you brought the plant indoors and didn't let it go dormant, the bloom cycle hasn't been triggered.

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    August 19, 2017
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    This is very common with Hibiscus plants, so it is not a sign of poor health or that you are doing anything wrong. They will often drop blossoms because of temperature or water stress or the presence of insect pests. You could try providing it with some shade, watering more evenly, and checking for any insects on the plant.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/hibiscus/hibiscus-flowers-hibiscus-blossoms-falling-off-plant.htm

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