Rose of China. A very exotica looking houseplant with large ‘blousey’ flowers. Max Height 1m. Max Spread 80cm. Flowers May to August. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 55°F / 12°C.
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis
A very exotica looking houseplant with large ‘blousey’ flowers
Category: Houseplants
Additional information
Generic | Hibiscus |
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Species | rosa-sinensis |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Rose of China |
Flower Colour | mixed colours |
Soil | |
Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 1m |
Family | Malvaceae |
Spread | 80cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Bushy |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | May, August |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Min temp 55°F / 12°C |
Planting | |
Care | Water sparingly in winter, Mist regularly, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season |
Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | Aphids, Mealy bugs, Scale, Powdery mildew |
Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
Propagation | Seed |
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