Saturday, May 22, 2010

Hibiscus plant question?

my hibiscus plant did not bloom since I bought it in 2 years, inside the house. Should I leave it outside during summer time to get flowers?

Hibiscus plant question?
It needs to go outside for the summer. I drag mine out every summer which seems like a pain but well worth it after it starts blooming. If you decide to take it outside, you should change the soil too, and maybe a new pot? Hibiscus will love you for the extra care
Reply:Hibiscuses go dormat when in a house becuase the temperatures in the house are like winter in the tropics. In places such as California and Florida the hibiscus will stop blooming in the winter and lose some leaves because the temperatures are only in the low 70s. They need mid 80s and full sun to bloom. It is normal for it not to bloom in the house, unless in a warm area you will only see scattered blooms inside if any at all.





This summer take it outside in full sun and it will bloom nicely. Also add some plant food so it can get started, it will take a month outdoors before it blooms. Must be warm outside too.
Reply:Absolutely, they really flourish in the ground or in a very large pot with good sunlight.
Reply:it needs light.
Reply:yes, it likes sun.


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