Classification: Flowering House plant
House Plant Group: Flowering house plant
Character: Large papery flowers
Safe for pets? Yes
Varieties:
- Hibiscus rosa-sinensis (Rose of China)
- Hibiscus rosa-sinensis cooperi
- Hibiscus schizopetalus
Plant Care:
- Temperature: Average warmth
- Light: As much light as possible.
- Water: Keep planting medium moist at all times
- Repotting: Repot every year with either Serbajadi Organic Peat Moss or Serbajadi Multi-Purpose Compost
- Fertilizer: Serbajadi Plant Food Organic Plus 41 Flowering Fertilisers (750gm)
Plant issues:
- Bud drop: Underwatering, under-fertilizing or/and sudden change of temperature
- Loss of leaves: Poor watering (either underwatering or overwatering)
- Curling of leaves: Low humidity
Pests:
- Spider mites: Wipe off with a damp cloth/cotton bud and spray with Serbajadi Neem Spray Extra Strength. Attack water-stressed plants, so regularly watering (but not over-watering) will prevent attacks.
- Aphids: Spray the plant with high-pressure water followed by Serbajadi Neem Spray Extra Strength
