No other summer flowering shrub surpasses the tropical hibiscus for glossy, dark green foliage and nonstop flowers in red, pink, yellow, orange, white, lavender or even brown and gray. And the ...

Whether you grow hardy or tropical hibiscus, you can enjoy the huge, trumpet-shaped flowers year after year with a bit of extra care in autumn to protect against harsh winter weather. Although it's ...

Q: What is a good fertilizer for hibiscus? The plant was purchased at a grocery store. Does it like full sun all day long? Barb Blaida, Itasca, IL A: I'm often asked about buying plants in non-plant ...

My tropical hibiscus that I overwinter inside and keep on my patio every summer has flowered poorly this year. The plant is mostly in full sun but does get some shade during the day. All summer, I ...

I've got a riddle for you. Why is rhubarb pie like a tropical hibiscus plant? While you're pondering the answer, let's describe hibiscus. Most garden centers sell hybrid hibiscus having large showy ...

Some flowering perennials need a little boost of nutrients from a low-nitrogen fertilizer in the spring to ensure they bloom abundantly later in the season.

Water hibiscus plants growing in the ground regularly and thoroughly during hot, dry weather or whenever you notice they have wilted slightly. Hibiscus should be given as much direct sunlight as ...

Hibiscus plants brighten up gardens with their big, colorful flowers that herald summer. Correct pruning of hibiscus is crucial for maximizing the vibrant blooms in late summer and into fall. To begin ...