Hibiscus Seed Germinating Tips
This genus of over 200 annual or perennial herbs, shrubs or trees in the mallow (Malvaceae) family is widely distributed throughout warm temperate, subtropical and tropical regions of the world. They are grown mostly for their large dramatic flowers, borne singly or in terminal clusters, usually lasting for just a day. The open bell-shaped flowers appear in a wide variety of colors, and are characterized by a prominent stamina column and a darker coloring in then center. The alternate simple leaves are usually palmate.
Cultivation
Sow seeds at a depth of in a well draining soil. Keep warm an provide bright light. Keep lightly moist not wet. Most species of Hibiscus are drought tender and rather frost tender, and prefer a position in full sun in a rich and moist soil. Many will tolerate hard pruning after flowering to maintain shape.
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