The Hibiscus plant is a genus of flowering plants in the mallow family, Malvaceae. The genus is quite large, comprising several hundred species that are native to warm temperate, subtropical, and tropical regions throughout the world. The species are renowned for their large, showy flowers, and those species are commonly known simply as "hibiscus" or less widely known as rose mallow.

Benefits of Hibiscus Plant

Ornamental Beauty :

The Hibiscus flowering plant is prized for its vibrant, attractive flowers making them popular as garden decoration plants. Their large flower heads are visually appealing and are found in many colors such as red, pink, orange, white, and yellow.

Attract Pollinators :

The blooms of the Hibiscus plant attract many pollinating insects such as butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and more. Pollination is very important to promote garden biodiversity.

Low Maintenance:

The flowers are very easy to care for and thrive well in tropical and subtropical countries such as India. However, the plant requires thorough watering and regular pruning to help in its healthy growth.

Hair Care :

Hibiscus flowers are used in various hair care products throughout the world. They are known to strengthen hair, prevent dandruff, and promote healthy hair growth.

Care Tips for Hibiscus Plant

Watering :

The soil for the Hibiscus plant must be kept moist, especially during the growing season. Water plants consistently, but avoid water-logging.

Light :

The Hibiscus plant loves bright sunlight for at least 6-7 hours a day.

Placement :

Hibiscus is an outdoor plant. It should be kept in an area receiving bright sunlight for the flowers to bloom.

Fertilization :

To Fertilize - Add nitrogen and phosphorus to the Hibiscus Plant to maintain good plant growth. You can also add dry banana peels as they are a rich source of nitrogen. You can also use Vermicompost every 2 weeks.

Ideal Soil Mix :

Hibiscus plants prefer acidic soil. Use cow dung as part of your soil mix as it will make the soil acidic. The ideal soil mix for this plant should be, Garden Soil (35%) + Cocopeat (30%) + Vermicompost (30%) + Neem Khali (5%)

Pruning :

Keep pruning the Hibiscus plant to encourage branch growth and give it more spread. Pruning also helps in getting abundant blooms.

Pest Control :

Mealybugs are a big problem for the Hibiscus plant. Keep spraying the plant with neem spray every 2 weeks to help with pest control. 

Frequently Asked Questions about Hibiscus Plant

1. What are the common colors of Hibiscus plants?

Hibiscus plants commonly have flowers in shades of white, yellow, pink, orange, and red.

2. Can I grow Hibiscus indoors?

No, Hibiscus cannot be grown indoors as it needs to be kept in the sun and in a well-ventilated environment

3. How often should I water my Hibiscus plant?

Check to see if the topmost layer of the soil is moist, and then water it. Hibiscus plants prefer moist soil, and since you will keep them outdoors, they will typically need watering daily, except in winter and rainy seasons. In summer, you may also need to water them twice as the soil will dry faster.

4. Where can I buy Hibiscus plants? 

Head over to Urvann, India’s favorite online nursery, and browse from their extensive collection of plants.

5. Can I grow Hibiscus in cold climates?

Hibiscus is a typical plant of the tropics and they prefer warm temperatures. They are sensitive to cold climates and are unlikely to grow. 

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