the blooming branches are very long %26amp; skinny, hardly no leaves, they turn yellow and keep falling off. What to do and when to trim?
I have a large Hibiscus and it needs desperate a trimming, about 3 ' x 3' across?
It sounds like your plant is not getting enough sunlight and it may need a little more fertilizer ( osmocote) and possibly water. There are several types of hibiscus and some are evergreen and some are deciduous (leaves drop in winter) So leaf drop during the fall may be normal.
When trimming your hibiscus only cut about a third of the growth back. The combination of all of the above will give you a full and healthy plant next spring.
Saturday, November 19, 2011
Can I change my hair color with using hibiscus tea for a rinse?
I used other teas, and didn't find much results. I would like to know if anyone else has tried using teas for dying hair a redder color, or if you have any advice on what teas to use for a reddening rinse?
Can I change my hair color with using hibiscus tea for a rinse?
Pure, natural henna is red.
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Can I change my hair color with using hibiscus tea for a rinse?
Pure, natural henna is red.
Reply:Tips on Using natural henna with indigo
http://geebal.blogspot.com/2007/12/how-t...
Natural Homemade Tips for Hair %26amp; Skin
http://blog.360.yahoo.com/blog-42eT_e8_b...
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Why do roses grow on some bushes and hibiscus grow on other bushes?
This isn't really a question i have to answer, but i was assigned this question for my english class. I have to make up a greek explanatory myth based on this question using my own names for the gods, but i can use some real names too such as Zeus. Anyone have any ideas to what i can make my story about?
Why do roses grow on some bushes and hibiscus grow on other bushes?
One day, Zeus was cheating on Hera (as usual). She got really angry when she found out. To appease her, Zeus brought his wife the most beautiful boquet of roses and hibiscus flowers. However, the angry and jealous Hera ripped the boquet into shreds and the flowers scattered all over the land onto different bushes. From that day on, some grew roses and some hibiscus.
Why do roses grow on some bushes and hibiscus grow on other bushes?
One day, Zeus was cheating on Hera (as usual). She got really angry when she found out. To appease her, Zeus brought his wife the most beautiful boquet of roses and hibiscus flowers. However, the angry and jealous Hera ripped the boquet into shreds and the flowers scattered all over the land onto different bushes. From that day on, some grew roses and some hibiscus.
What is the procedure for using an ivory soap insecticide solution on my hibiscus tree?
I've been advised to use ivory soap detergent in my garden when it isn't sunny. After applying the insecticide, does it get rinsed off or left alone?
What is the procedure for using an ivory soap insecticide solution on my hibiscus tree?
Here's what I do, sunny or not.
Mix a quart of water and a teaspoon of dishwashing liquid soap (for handwashing, not the machine) in a spray bottle. It can be Ivory or whatever else you have, even baby shampoo.
Thoroughly spray the plant, making sure you have wet the undersides of the leaves as well as the tops and especially where the leaves and srtems meet.
Let it sit for a half hour or so, then take the hose and rinse the plant.
Reply:After using the soap solution and rinsing it off, a few days later, you could spray it with a dilute sugar water mixture. This mimics the smell of aphids, and will attract ladybugs.
What is the procedure for using an ivory soap insecticide solution on my hibiscus tree?
Here's what I do, sunny or not.
Mix a quart of water and a teaspoon of dishwashing liquid soap (for handwashing, not the machine) in a spray bottle. It can be Ivory or whatever else you have, even baby shampoo.
Thoroughly spray the plant, making sure you have wet the undersides of the leaves as well as the tops and especially where the leaves and srtems meet.
Let it sit for a half hour or so, then take the hose and rinse the plant.
Reply:After using the soap solution and rinsing it off, a few days later, you could spray it with a dilute sugar water mixture. This mimics the smell of aphids, and will attract ladybugs.
Is there any treatment for millibug affecting most of the plants especially hibiscus&chrysanthemum?
millibug is a white coloured small insect present usually at the nodes of the plant retarding its growth.
Is there any treatment for millibug affecting most of the plants especially hibiscus%26amp;chrysanthemum?
My mom used to swear by putting a small amount of dish soap mixed with water in a spray bottle and spraying the plants. It never hurt the roses, but it killed the bugs dead.
Reply:Dip a toothbrush in surgical spirit and brush it over the bugs. They will die instantly. You should do this at the first signs and not wait till the bugs spread all over. I dont know why hibiscus is particularly prone to these attacks.
Is there any treatment for millibug affecting most of the plants especially hibiscus%26amp;chrysanthemum?
My mom used to swear by putting a small amount of dish soap mixed with water in a spray bottle and spraying the plants. It never hurt the roses, but it killed the bugs dead.
Reply:Dip a toothbrush in surgical spirit and brush it over the bugs. They will die instantly. You should do this at the first signs and not wait till the bugs spread all over. I dont know why hibiscus is particularly prone to these attacks.
I have hibiscus plants and the leaves have little tiny white bugs.?
How do I get rid of them? is there a home remedy to treat them or is it store bought only?
I have hibiscus plants and the leaves have little tiny white bugs.?
my dad cleans his leaves with a mild soap and water
Reply:You can make a soap + water mix to spray them. You don't want to use too much soap though.
If you want to make sure the mix is right you can get insecticidal soap at L%26amp;G centers. You can also use horticultural oils or neem oil. All three work the same. They coat the white flies and they suffocate. The weakness of these is they are contact killers--if you don't coat the bug it will not suffocate.
I like Shultz Houseplant Insect Killer. It's made from Crysanthemum flowers. It's poison but safe to use indoors and it lasts for about a month so you don't have to hit every whitefly. It'll be there to get them.
Reply:Sounds like they could be spider mites.
Try a solution of mild dishwashing detergent and water. Dab or sponge it on with a q-tip or small brush, making sure to cover the places where leaves join onto the stems, and especially the back sides of the leaves. After about 15 minutes, rinse the leaves with clear water.
If you see webs in the dirt surrounding the plant or at the base of the stem, you will need to remove the plant from the soil and rinse it completely off under gently running lukewarm water. Discard the soil from the pot, and either discard the pot itself, or pour boiling water over it to kill any infestations. Then repot the plant in fresh soil. You can leave the unpotted plant in a glass of water during this time, but try to make the process as quick as possible.
Reply:They're called whiteflys, and there is a spray available at Home Depot/Lowes for them.
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I have hibiscus plants and the leaves have little tiny white bugs.?
my dad cleans his leaves with a mild soap and water
Reply:You can make a soap + water mix to spray them. You don't want to use too much soap though.
If you want to make sure the mix is right you can get insecticidal soap at L%26amp;G centers. You can also use horticultural oils or neem oil. All three work the same. They coat the white flies and they suffocate. The weakness of these is they are contact killers--if you don't coat the bug it will not suffocate.
I like Shultz Houseplant Insect Killer. It's made from Crysanthemum flowers. It's poison but safe to use indoors and it lasts for about a month so you don't have to hit every whitefly. It'll be there to get them.
Reply:Sounds like they could be spider mites.
Try a solution of mild dishwashing detergent and water. Dab or sponge it on with a q-tip or small brush, making sure to cover the places where leaves join onto the stems, and especially the back sides of the leaves. After about 15 minutes, rinse the leaves with clear water.
If you see webs in the dirt surrounding the plant or at the base of the stem, you will need to remove the plant from the soil and rinse it completely off under gently running lukewarm water. Discard the soil from the pot, and either discard the pot itself, or pour boiling water over it to kill any infestations. Then repot the plant in fresh soil. You can leave the unpotted plant in a glass of water during this time, but try to make the process as quick as possible.
Reply:They're called whiteflys, and there is a spray available at Home Depot/Lowes for them.
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I need to locate hybrid exotic hibiscus plants for zone 10// need more variety than home depot or Lowes?
any suggestions as to favorite nurseries. Need plants that can take full sun and are not slow growers.
I need to locate hybrid exotic hibiscus plants for zone 10// need more variety than home depot or Lowes?
I would suggest contacting your local Chapter of the American Hibiscus Society. here is a link to the chapters, maybe one is in your area http://americanhibiscus.org/echpt.htm
The members of the American Hibiscus Society will know were the best nurseries are located.
Maybe you can visit one of the hibiscus shows.
I need to locate hybrid exotic hibiscus plants for zone 10// need more variety than home depot or Lowes?
I would suggest contacting your local Chapter of the American Hibiscus Society. here is a link to the chapters, maybe one is in your area http://americanhibiscus.org/echpt.htm
The members of the American Hibiscus Society will know were the best nurseries are located.
Maybe you can visit one of the hibiscus shows.
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