The hibiscus not only delights as a houseplant, hardy varieties have also become indispensable in garden design because of their abundance of flowers. So that the hibiscus settles permanently in the garden, the answers to the most frequently asked questions are given below.

Which hibiscus is suitable for my garden?

Suitable hibiscus species for the garden are the garden marshmallow, bot. Hibiscus syriacus, also known as rose mallow, and marsh marshmallow, bot. Hibiscus moscheutus. The garden marshmallow develops into a robust shrub with 8 - 15 cm large flowers. The hibiscus moscheutus is a rather herbaceous plant whose flowers reach a diameter of 15 - 30cm.

Can I also plant the rose mallow outside?

The rose marshmallow, bot. Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, is a houseplant. If it is planted in a container, it can spend the period from May to October on the sunny terrace and must be brought indoors over the winter.

Which location is suitable?

The hibiscus feels best in a sunny, sheltered spot. Here it should be given enough space, as it spreads rapidly and can reach a height of about 2-3 meters.

Does the hibiscus need a special soil?

The hibiscus thrives particularly well in permeable, nutrient-rich soil, but it also grows successfully in normal soil.

When is the best planting time?

Spring is the best time to plant the hibiscus. Since the hibiscus is somewhat sensitive to frost in the first few years, it can grow well until winter.

What is the best way to plant the hibiscus?

  • Dig a planting hole that is about 50cm deep and wider than the root ball or container of your plant
  • Loosen the soil in the planting hole, possibly add some compost and water everything well
  • water a bare-rooted plant in a bucket before planting
  • loosen up the soil ball in a container plant
  • Insert the plant, cover the roots with soil and water again and again
  • Firm the soil, water again and cover with mulch (€239.00) as frost protection for the first few years

Can I also plant the hibiscus as a hedge?

Yes, the hibiscus can also be planted as a flowering hedge. However, it is only opaque during the summer. You need about 2 plants per meter of hedge.

When will my hibiscus bloom?

The hibiscus is a summer bloomer. From July to September it enchants with flowers in pink, violet, red, white and yellow. It develops its flowers on the new shoots. Although the individual flowers usually only bloom for one day, they are replaced by new flowers throughout the summer.

Can I transplant my hibiscus?

The roots of the hibiscus are very delicate, so you have to be very careful when transplanting. You cut back the hibiscus by about a third and dig it up generously.

Can the hibiscus be propagated?

Hibiscus can be propagated by seeds and cuttings. Since it self-seeds, small plants often grow under the shrub that you can transplant and grow as a shrub.

Good neighbors

  • good companions are ground cover roses and early bloomers
  • an underplanting with lavender, sage and thyme helps against aphids

tips and tricks

Early bloomers such as crocus, snowdrops and hyacinths and especially ray anemones feel comfortable under the hibiscus. In contrast to the hibiscus, they show their flowers early in the year. The bulbs are placed around the bush and do not take up much space.

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Vegetable garden