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Hibiscus Seeds - Luna Mix
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(Hibiscus Moscheutos Luna Mix) - With bright 6 - 8 inch blooms of pink, red, rose, and white and dark green foliage, this perennial is an absolute eye-catcher! Grown from Hibiscus seed, it is a compact, well-branched plant that is ideal for container plantings and landscape use.MORE HIBISCUS OPTIONS
Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
70F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
14 - 21 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
Yes
DEPTH
Cover lightly, seed should be visible
SOWING RATE
1 - 2 seeds per plant
MOISTURE
Keep seed moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
24 - 36 inches
Hibiscus (Hibiscus Moscheutos Luna Mix) - With bright 6 - 8 inch blooms of pink, red, rose, and white and dark green foliage, this perennial is an absolute eye-catcher! Grown from Hibiscus seed, it is a compact, well-branched plant that is ideal for container plantings and landscape use. It reaches 24 - 36 inches tall and 24 inches wide and has a long bloom season. Once established, hardy Hibiscus withstands a variety of environmental conditions although it prefers a weekly deep watering. Hibiscus care includes deadheading the blooms to keep the plant producing more flowers all summer and into the fall.
Growing this Hibiscus flower seeds mix is not complicated. Start the flower seeds indoors 6 - 8 weeks before the last frost is predicted. Most gardeners recommend nicking the seeds with a knife and soaking them over night in warm water. Sow the flower seeds into small pots or starter trays using well-draining, sterile potting mix. Lightly cover the seed and keep moist, but not soggy. The seeds can actually rot if the soil is too wet. Keeping the temperature consistently warm and the soil consistently moist will aid germination. After seedlings have developed and there are several sets of true leaves with the stems having begun to harden and become woody, the young Hibiscus plant can be moved to larger pots or to a protected place in the garden. These tender young plants should be introduced to the sun gradually over several days. At this point a water soluble fertilizer can be used.
Common Questions
Is hibiscus easy to grow?
Hardy hibiscus are more forgiving and easy to grow than tropical varieties because they tolerate a wider range of temperatures and wetter conditions.
How fast does hibiscus grow?
Hibiscuses are fast-growing, and, providing conditions are right, they can be fully established and flowering prolifically within two to three years.
How long does a hibiscus live?
While newer hybrids may not survive for more than ten years, it is quite common for older varieties to thrive for over five decades.
What are some good areas to use hibiscus in my landscape?
These are wonderful additions to perennial borders and beds for the dramatic blooms and containers. They are also great for areas along streams or ponds and rain gardens.
Do I need to deadhead my flowers?
To maintain a tidy appearance, you will need to deadhead the spent blooms.
When do I prune back my plants?
This is best done in the spring before any new growth appears.
