Hibiscus rosa-sinensis cultivar

[aykhan]

Beautiful and huge....

[Izhar]

Pruning, regular fertilizer and pesticides will make this plant a showpiece in garden..

[aykhan]

I read hibiscus store phosphorus so NPK preps will likely cause problems, even death in time. Also I read malathion should be avoided. Any recommendations for a fertilizing and spray program? Also any advice as to winter care in lahore? I've already killed 6 rooted cuttings and 4 cultivars are doing poorly so likely won't survive the winter. I'm hanging on for dear life on the rest, about 10 or so types.

[Syed Adnan]

yes it loves heavy fertilizer/water/sunlight. I don't forsee a problem of winter care with this plant, just avoid frosting on it. i have this as well as double variety( small height) for couple of years now.

[Izhar]

Yes they need low phosphorus, you can use potassium nitrate and ammonium sulfate for them, they need regular fertilizer for sure...

[aykhan]

Should I fertilize in winter also? So far I have only used manure at time of planting.

[Izhar]

In Karachi, they dont stop growing in the cooler months, hence they could be fertilized... fertilize only those plants which are forming new leaves..

[khabbab]

Beautiful. I have seen some pure white hibiscus blooming in open streets of DHA and i wonder how they grow so good without any care. But growing at home does not seem to be as easy which confuses me. I would welcome a variety which does not require any pesticides.