How To Care For Hibiscus During Winter. The plant should not be watered at the first sign of dryness but rather just before the soil becomes dry underneath the surface. But hibiscus will think theyre in the tropics if we bring them indoors for the winter and then back outdoors next spring.
To care for a hibiscus plant plant it in loose loamy soil in a pot with good drainage. To help them survive the cold cover the plants with a thick 8- to 12 inch layer of mulch. A growing hibiscus plant needs lots of nutrients in order to bloom well.
It rests somewhat during the winter and at that time it enjoys room temperatures lower that your normal ones - more.
It rests somewhat during the winter and at that time it enjoys room temperatures lower that your normal ones - more. Tropical hibiscus are easily killed by frost. To help them survive the cold cover the plants with a thick 8- to 12 inch layer of mulch. Hibiscus are perfect for growing in large containers of John Innes No 3 compost in a warm and sunny position.