Hibiscus Care: The Best Tips
When Hibiscus (also called Marshmallow) one differentiates between the Roseneibisch (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis), the pot or container plant, and the Garteneibisch (Hibiscus syriacus). The care is similar. The most serious difference is that the rose marshmallow needs extra protection in winter.
Hibiscus care: location and planting time
In order to enjoy our hibiscus for a long time, the right care of the plant is essential. This also includes the right selection of location and planting time:
- The hibiscus likes it warm, sunny and sheltered from the wind. Tip: Here is a heat radiating wall.
- Spring is particularly suitable for planting, but hibiscus planting is also possible in autumn.
- The soil should be moist, loose and humus rich.
Hibiscus Care: Properly plant
Anyone who does everything right when planting can soon be happy about a full bloom. The planting hole should be about twice as large as the root ball. After insertion, the soil should be mulched and then poured.
Hibiscus Care: The Best Tips
- To water: Regular watering (especially in summer) is important. In general, both dryness and waterlogging should be avoided.
- To cut: A strong cut does not hurt. Before budding, pruning should be done in spring, when there is no risk of frost. The shoots can be shortened between 1/3 and 2/3.
- Fertilize: To ensure that the hibiscus is supplied with sufficient nutrients, it should be regularly fertilized between May and August. Here, a liquid fertilizer is recommended once a week.
Hibiscus Care: Tips for Hibernation
For the garden is particularly suitable for the garden marshmallow, as it is a winter hardy shrub. Not hardy is the rosemary. This must be placed in the winter in the warm room or in the winter garden. Temperatures between 10 and 15 degrees are ideal for winter quarters. And: A bright place must come!
You want to make your garden even more beautiful and colorful? How about planting strawberries or planting lavender? In addition, you can easily make a herbal shelf yourself. More ideas for garden and balcony can be found on our Pinterest pin board.
