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- Q.Australian Hibiscus Buds During Maturity Time ,it’ S Falling. - bud are growing good & healthy but during blooming it is drop off.
- Q.Can I Prune Tall Potted Hibiscus Plants Before Bringing Them Inside For The Winter? - I don't know if they are tropical or hardy. They are four or five feet tall and take up a ...
- Q.Dwarf Hibiscus - We purchase 6 'dwarf' hibiscus from Loews. Planted them 2 years ago on the east side of the house - ...
- Q.Hibiscus Plant Leaves Turning Yellow - Hello Kindly help urgently. We have just come out of our Rainy season. And in October the heat is intense. ...
- Q.My Large Hibiscus Is Still Blooming The First Week Of Oct. Here In Mokena, IL. When Should I Prune It To Move It To A New Locatio - My hibiscus has grown to large so quickly that it covers up one of my basement window covers. I have ...
- Q.When Should Your Prune A Hibiscus - I have six hibiscus plants that are growing tall and skinny. I would like to try to get them to ...
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anup15dey on
September 21, 2021
kolkata ,700008Q.Australian Hibiscus Buds During Maturity Time ,it’ S Falling.
bud are growing good & healthy but during blooming it is drop off.
Answered by
BushDoctor on
September 21, 2021
Certified ExpertA.Likely, it has to do with the type of soil that you are using. It is not a good idea to use native soils in container, since they are usually too thick for container plants. I would take them out and repot into a mix of native soil and potting soil. This will allow for proper airflow to the root zone. Being a drought tolerant plant, have care to let it dry out, thoroughly, between waterings. This will be easier in a lighter soil.
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anup15dey on
September 21, 2021A.water drainage is good,but my other hibiscus flower is well blooming & same soil is used in other hibiscus plants.
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- Asked by
ranmof on
September 23, 2021
Birmingham, ALQ.Can I Prune Tall Potted Hibiscus Plants Before Bringing Them Inside For The Winter?
I don't know if they are tropical or hardy. They are four or five feet tall and take up a lot of space.
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
September 23, 2021
Certified ExpertA.They will not appreciate an autumn pruning. They will rather keep the dead foliage through the winter, and pruned in spring before new growth starts.
Here is an article for more information on the care of Hibiscus, indoors:
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prundel on
September 29, 2021
Spring Hill, FL 34610Q.Dwarf Hibiscus
We purchase 6 'dwarf' hibiscus from Loews. Planted them 2 years ago on the east side of the house - lots of sun for 1/2 day. 2 are enormous with dark green leaves and vigorous flowers - but the rest appear enemic with bland looking leaves and few blooms. Sprayed with fungus stuff last spring - no change in result. Is this because not enough sun? Too little fertilization?
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
September 29, 2021
Certified ExpertA.It could, definitely, be lack of sun! It could be lack of fertilization, too. One other thing to consider will be if moisture sits in the area, like a low spot.
Fortunately, there are ways to test for all of this!
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/testing-moisture-in-plants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/testing-soil.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/soil-ph-plants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/test-soil-for-pests-and-diseases.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/making-sure-soil-drains-well.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/hibiscus
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Anonymous on
October 1, 2021Q.Hibiscus Plant Leaves Turning Yellow
Hello Kindly help urgently. We have just come out of our Rainy season. And in October the heat is intense. The leaves of my Hibiscus plant are turning yellow. The soil is moist but not soggy. The plant is a potted plant. Produces bright yellow flowers. Really sad that my plant is suffering but not aware of the reason. There is no over watering nor over fertilization. NO clue what is happening to the plant. Please advise.
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
October 2, 2021
Certified ExpertA.Make sure the saucer under the pot is always emptied of water. Standing water will be absorbed by the plant and can contribute to root rot.
This article should help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/hibiscus/answers-to-what-causes-hibiscus-leaves-turning-yellow.htmWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
obarnes on
October 3, 2021
Mokena, IL 60448Q.My Large Hibiscus Is Still Blooming The First Week Of Oct. Here In Mokena, IL. When Should I Prune It To Move It To A New Locatio
My hibiscus has grown to large so quickly that it covers up one of my basement window covers. I have to move it this fall
- Answered by
luis_pr on
October 3, 2021A.Still blooming here in Texas too. I also have to move another hardy hibiscus as well but, I am waiting for the plant to go fully dormant (drops the leaves; browns out/dries out the stems). If you prune now, that may trigger new growth that will get killed by early frosts. So I prefer to move them when they are dormant later in the fall or in winter. But since you are in IL, make sure you do it before the soil freezes. Or move them after the soil has thawed in spring before they produce new growth.
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Anonymous on
October 11, 2021Q.When Should Your Prune A Hibiscus
I have six hibiscus plants that are growing tall and skinny. I would like to try to get them to bush out a little more. Can I prune them now that it is starting to cool off?
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luis_pr on
October 11, 2021A.Yes, possibly. Just wondering, are you talking about tropical hibiscus, hardy hibiscus or Rose of Sharon Hibiscus? Potted or planted in the ground?
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November 8, 2021Q.Pruning, Moving Hibiscus Tree
Hello, We have a hibiscus tree. We are moving. Hate to give this beauty away. Not sure if we can move it, and if so, can we prune it? How much can we cut? I am attaching the pictures. Thank you for your help
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
November 9, 2021
Certified ExpertA.Sure, you can take it with you. You can prune it lightly now and more in spring. But if you really need to prune a lot now to make it easier to move, go ahead, it just might be a little slow to bloom next spring.
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