Light
Very bright light with several hours of sun after acclimation.
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Chinese hibiscus: large flowers and a sunny position
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis. Each flower is short-lived, but a healthy plant in good light keeps producing new buds.
Watering
During active growth, water after slight drying without prolonged drought.
Soil
A fertile, free-draining mix.
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Care over time
Rhythm through the year
Growth and flowering are strongest in spring and summer. Reduce water and maximise light in winter.
Growth and training
Pruning in late winter or early spring encourages a branching shape.
Plant
A simple care routine for Chinese hibiscus
- 1
Check light and moisture deeper in the pot.
- 2
Provide strong light and inspect soft tips before buds open.
- 3
Track successive leaves and the pace of growth.
Observation
Changes worth checking
- Buds dropping
- Aphids on young shoots
- Pale stretched growth
Important
Watering frequency changes with light, temperature, pot size and potting mix. Use any interval as a reminder to check the plant, not as an automatic watering day.
Sources and further reading: RHS: flowering houseplants
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