Chinese hibiscus
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Persimmon'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Air Layering Propagation,Stem Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Division,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
10 - 11
Flowers:
Creamy white with pink fringe and dark pink eye Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Moderate
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Chinese hibiscus should be watered regularly and evenly with 1 to 2 inches of water every week during the growing season (April–October). During the winter months, however, watering should be reduced to 1 inch every other week. If the soil becomes too dry, the leaves of the plant will start to droop. For optimal growth, Chinese hibiscus should be watered with room temperature water when the top 1-half inch of soil is completely dry to the touch.
sunlight
Chinese hibiscus thrive in bright, indirect sunlight for 8–10 hours a day. Direct sunlight for too long may lead to sunburn on the leaves. It is best to provide morning sunlight, and indirect, filtered sunlight during the afternoon hours. If your plant looks stressed or is not flowering well, it may need more light. Move it to a brighter location and provide more direct sunlight.
pruning
Chinese Hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Persimmon') should be pruned twice a year, once in the spring and again in the fall. Spring pruning should be done before the plant begins actively growing. This will help to encourage new growth and ensure a full, bushy habit. In the late fall, pruning should be done to thin out excess growth and rejuvenate the plant. Pruning should remove dead or diseased branches, shape the plant and reduce size as needed. Make sure to prune above a node when possible. In either season, remove no more than 1/4 of the total growing tips.
