hardy hibiscus

Hardy hibiscus should be watered deeply and frequently when young to establish its roots, approximately 2-3 times per week. Once the plant is well-established, it should be watered every 5-7 days in order to keep the soil moist. During periods of hot or dry weather, it will need to be watered more frequently to keep the soil from drying out. Additionally, water your hibiscus in the morning and if possible avoid wetting the leaves, as this can promote disease. Finally, you can check the soil moisture using a finger to see if the soil is still moist before watering again.

Hardy hibiscus plants prefer to be grown in a location with full sun, which means they should receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. They may be able to tolerate a little shade, but they will not perform as well if placed in an area with less than 4 hours of direct sunlight. The best results usually occur when they are planted in an area that receives direct sunlight for the majority of the day, between 8 am and 5 pm.

Pruning the Hardy Hibiscus (Hibiscus moscheutos 'Wildwood Wonder') should be done at the end of the winter or early spring season. Pruning should be kept to a minimum, with only dead, diseased, or crossed branches being removed. Pruning should be limited to light shaping and removing no more than 1/3 of the total branch or stem at once. This helps maintain a strong and healthy appearance to the plant, while also promoting good air circulation and new growth.