hibiscus, tropical

Tropical Hibiscus make an excellent woody plant specimen that is in high demand due to its ability to bloom profusely, tolerate very sunny, hot, humid conditions, attracts pollinators, and can be enjoyed year round, indoors in the winter and outdoors in the summer in Northern Ohio. Look for their beautiful trumpet shaped blooms in hot, tropical colors including reds, pinks, orange, peach, yellow and multicolor. They make excellent focal points in container gardens grown in various shapes and sizes including bush, tree and topiary forms that can be enjoyed anywhere including the porch, patio, deck and garden border.

Grow in full sun, 6+ hours of direct sun per day; indoors a south or west facing window with bright direct light is best. Prefers warm to average household temperatures, 65°-85°F. Keep soil evenly moist to slightly dry. Supply extra humidity by setting on a shallow tray of moistened pebbles over winter. Feed with Osmocote or Miracle-Gro April-October. After a few fall frosts, prune heavily, back to green leaf nodes, and bring indoors for winter.