"Lord Baltimore" is another perennial hibiscus, which is a rather large bushy perennial plant with massive bright red flowers, and "Fantasia," a compact form, only growing to 3 feet tall, but having ...
Hibiscus are ideal plants to add to your garden. Their vibrant, colorful blossoms add excitement and curb appeal while also attracting hummingbirds, butterflies, bees, and other helpful pollinators.
Recently, due to the circumstances of life, it became necessary to dig and divide a hardy hibiscus for a friend. We waited as long as we could—house was being sold—and although it was not the perfect ...
Q: I have several beautiful hardy hibiscus bushes, probably 6 feet tall and 6 feet wide and about a decade old. Can I divide these in the spring as the new shoots come up? I have never divided them ...
Watch the magical transformation of a hardy hibiscus plant as it grows from seed in this fascinating 148-day time lapse. This video captures each stage of the plant's development, showcasing the ...
Few plants bring the tropical feel like a hibiscus. They are planted in tropical climates across the world and are the state flower of Hawaii. That's why it may come as a surprise that some, like the ...
This has been the year of the hibiscus at The Garden Guy's house. The tropical selections like South Pacific Sipper, Monsoon Mixer, Hawaiian Big Kahuna, and Fiesta. The past few weeks it is the Holy ...
Exactly one year ago, I wrote about the virtues of plants in the hibiscus family, specifically, the perennial hibiscus that is native to the East Coast, the shrub hibiscus known as the “Rose of Sharon ...
Hibiscus is easy to propagate, especially hardy varieties—cuttings work best for both types. Take soft-stem cuttings in late spring, use rooting hormone, and keep them moist and warm. Hardy hibiscus ...
Q: You referred to a hibiscus plant in a recent article in the Harrisburg Patriot-News. I always thought hibiscus was a tropical plant. Will mine survive outside for the winter here in southcentral Pa ...
We've all seen those hibiscus plants at garden centers with their HUGE blooms, but buying the right one can be a bit confusing. Which one is for the landscape, or are they just a patio plant? If ...
Whether you are looking to cozy up a garden seating area or hide an unsightly view, tall perennial flowers are the answer. Subtly forming a living floral screen, they will distract with their stunning ...