Last spring I bought a hibiscus. I adore them and had wanted one for a long time. What kept hibiscus from my life for so long? The thought that I'd have to care for it inside over winter, since they are not cold-hardy. I know I've mentioned before that I don't
do houseplants (with a few exceptions). But finally last year my desire won out and I got a peach-colored hibiscus.
It summered on the deck, and wintered in my living room. I won't say it had an easy life inside. In fact, I very nearly killed it - three times! This plant takes a
lot of water. But it survived. This past weekend it even made a flower.
While the shrub is still a bit sparse looking, I'm taking the flower as a sign of overwintering success.
phew!
You did good! I have not been successful with hibiscus for years. They should do well in our hot summers but the winter does them in even though I have covered them. I finally just quit trying to grow them. Congratulations on growing such a healthy looking plant!
ReplyDeleteIt is always so nice when a plant overwinters to bloom another year. It is a beauty too. Have a wonderful week.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks, all. It hasn't bloomed since this picture, but it is still alive and putting out more leaves.
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