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Q.The buds on my hibiscus are dropping off.

Zone 23701 | Anonymous added on July 14, 2020 | Answered

Before they bloom, buds look like cut off with scissors. Don’t see bugs but sprayed anyway. What could make them fall off before blooming? Thanks!!

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GKH_Susan
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Answered on July 15, 2020

There are many reasons for hibiscus bud drop: insects, nutritional issues to name a couple. Here is an article that specifically addresses bud drop on hibiscus shrubs:

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

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