hardy hibiscus
Hibiscus moscheutos 'Balhiblu' LUNA BLUSH
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 9
Flowers:
White with pink rim and deep red eye Flowers
Sun:
full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
purple,pink
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Tropical:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Hardy hibiscus (Hibiscus moscheutos 'Balhiblu' LUNA BLUSH) should be watered deeply and regularly to help them thrive. Water them as frequently as needed to keep the soil consistently moist, but avoid overwatering as this can cause rot. Generally, Hardy hibiscus should be watered about once per week or every 5-6 days. During hot weather, however, you may need to water more often so that the soil does not become overly dry.
sunlight
Hardy hibiscus plants require a full sun position for best flowering. This means they need 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day during the peak growing season (usually from spring to late summer). During the rest of the year, they can tolerate some partial shade, but will still benefit from some direct sunlight, particularly in the mornings. As with most plants, the flowering of the hibiscus will be better if it receives some sun in late afternoon, but be aware that it will need to have shade to protect its foliage from drying out.
pruning
Hardy hibiscus (Hibiscus moscheutos 'Balhiblu' LUNA BLUSH) should be pruned in early to mid spring, before new growth begins. Pruning should involve the removal of dead or damaged stems and some light shaping of the overall shrub. Pruning should not involve removal more than 1-third of the total foliage.
