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How To Prepare Hibiscus For Winter

Both hardy and tropical hibiscus plants need special care in fall to survive the winter, but how much depends on which ...
When you say hibiscus, most gardeners picture the showy tropical flowering plant that graces many landscapes and patios throughout Arkansas. The flowers come in a wide range of colors and the plants ...
Watch the magical transformation of a hardy hibiscus plant as it grows from seed in this fascinating 148-day time lapse. This ...
SULTRY KISS -- The pink flowers of hardy hibiscus Sultry Kiss can measure up to 11 inches wide and bloom on lobed, burgundy foliage. (Photo by MSU Extension Service/Gary Bachman) I think hardy ...
If you’ve ever worn a Hawaiian print shirt, it’s likely that a hibiscus blossom was part of the design. Native to the islands, the yellow hibiscus (Hibiscus brackenridgei) is Hawaii’s state flower and ...
Watching precious hibiscus leaves turn steadily yellow can be hugely frustrating, especially when you are unsure of the cause. After all, there’s no denying that these spectacularly vivid blooms look ...
Looking for a summer garden stunner? Tropical hibiscus shrubs can take the Texas heat and still look stunning. Tropical hibiscus are hybrid evergreen shrubs with glossy, deep-green leaves. These ...
About this time last year, a gardener suggested I write a column about hardy hybrid hibiscus, a great plant that more gardeners should grow. At the time, I wasn't able to get a good photograph of this ...
Expectations: We all have them. But our expectations don't always convert into reality. Imagine the tuxedoed man waiting for the arrival of his escort service date to the opera, but a hairy armed guy ...
The shape and color of hibiscus flowers are highly attractive to hummingbirds, plus they offer plenty of energy-rich nectar. Choose from tropical, woody shrub, or native perennial hibiscus types that ...
However, with the threat of freezing temperatures on the horizon, it is time to take them inside for the winter. Bringing ...
It's roselle season in Houston! Learn how to make a vibrant pink shrimp soup using tart Hibiscus sabdariffa from local ...