Originally from Southeast Asia, the Chinese hibiscus, bot. Hibiscus rosa sinensis, now a popular houseplant. With the right care, it develops into a he althy plant that always delights us with its magical flowers.
How to care for a hibiscus as a houseplant?
The hibiscus as a houseplant requires a bright, sunny location, regular watering without waterlogging, fertilization every two weeks during the growing season and pruning in spring. In winter it should be kept cool and bright in order to hibernate.
Where do I put an indoor hibiscus?
The Chinese hibiscus thrives in a bright, sunny place. So sit quietly on the windowsill, but not necessarily in the midday sun. If you provide enough water and humidity, the hibiscus will tolerate being close to the heater well. Under no circumstances should the hibiscus be moved during flowering, otherwise it will drop the flowers.
Can Chinese hibiscus move outside in summer?
Yes, from May to October the hibiscus can be placed outside in a sunny, protected location. Since the Chinese hibiscus is not hardy, it must be brought indoors before the first frost. The marshmallow or rose marshmallow is better suited for growing in the garden.
How do I repot an indoor hibiscus?
You can repot small plants into slightly larger containers every spring. Large plants remain in their pots; only the soil is replaced here. Use commercially available potting soil as a substrate. The roots are loosened up when repotting and cut back slightly.
Does the hibiscus hibernate?
The hibiscus uses the winter months to gather strength. Then it can do with a cooler location at temperatures of 12 – 15°C. The important things are: keep it bright, water less, and do not fertilize more. In a warm room, the hibiscus will also bloom in winter, but then cannot hibernate.
How often do I have to water the hibiscus?
The hibiscus needs to be watered regularly. Since the hibiscus does not tolerate waterlogging, you should let the soil dry before watering again and drain any excess water from the planter and saucer.
When does the hibiscus need to be fertilized?
In the growing season from March to August, the hibiscus should be supplied with a liquid fertilizer every two weeks. Fertilization is stopped during winter rest.
Is the indoor hibiscus cut?
So that the hibiscus does not grow too large, it can be cut down to about 15 cm every spring.
How do I fight aphids on hibiscus?
If you have discovered aphids on the hibiscus, you must immediately collect them or shower them off and place the plant individually to avoid infesting other plants. Effective remedies against aphids include ladybugs (€29.00 on Amazon), soapy water, nettle infusion as well as biological and chemical agents from the garden center.
Is hibiscus susceptible to disease?
Despite good care, indoor hibiscus can also be affected by diseases. These include yellow leaves, chlorosis, yellow spot and spider mite infestation.
Why are my hibiscus buds falling off without being opened?
This can be caused by a lack of water and frequent changes.
