Hibiscus schizopetalus typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
fringed rosemallow
Hibiscus schizopetalus
The fringed rosemallow (Hibiscus schizopetalus) is a shrub-like perennial plant with long stems and clusters of white, five-petalled flowers. Its defining feature is its fringed petals that have dark pink tips and velvet-like texture. It is native to Eastern Africa and India and grows best in sun-drenched areas that are humid and fertile. This hardy perennial is suitable for container gardens or landscape beds due to its long-lasting and fragrant blooms. Its flowers provide a beautiful nectar for butterflies to feed on, making this a great plant choice for gardeners looking to attract pollinators.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Cutting,Division,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
10 - 11
Flowers:
Pink toned Flowers
Sun:
full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Tropical:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Fringed rosemallow requires regular watering and soil that is consistently moist. Water it at least once per week, making sure to soak the soil deeply and evenly. Avoid oversaturating it, as hibiscus does not tolerate standing water, and make sure to water it during its active growing season. During especially hot weather, you may need to water your fringed rosemallow more frequently.
sunlight
Fringed rosemallow (Hibiscus schizopetalus) prefers full sun to partial shade. It should receive at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day. For strong growth and flowering, the plant will need 12-14 hours of sunlight when grown indoors. Fringed rosemallow is a tropical species, so it can benefit from a period of darkness each night..
pruning
Fringed rosemallow should be pruned lightly at the beginning of spring or in late summer to encourage more abundant flowering. Removing dead or damaged branches is also recommended. Pruning also helps to maintain a neat and tidy shape, and to remove any spent or damaged blooms. Prune back only 1-third to 1-half of the plant each year. Prune back stems that have already flowered, and leave the new growth to promote flowering in the next season. It is important to keep in mind that over pruning this species can result in fewer flowering stems than desired.
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Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Hibiscus schizopetalus typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
