How to grow Red Leaf Hibiscus

Hibiscus acetosella

To promote bushing(and more flowers)trim tops of limbs 2-3 times during growing season. Will reach 10"+ if not trimmed but will get leggy and break easily. Will tolerate heat and drought. Prefer full sun but will grow in shade-leaf color will change to green with purple veins in the shade,

Red-Leaf Hibiscus should be cut to the ground before Winter.

Growing Red-leaf hibiscus from seed

May start in pots or directly in the garden. Soaking overnight in water will speed germination

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 5.94 inches (15.24 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.2 inches (0.51 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 22°C / 72°F to ensure good germination.

Transplanting Red-leaf hibiscus

Plant out when seedlings are large enough to handle. They are very easy to transplant.

As Red-leaf hibiscus is tender, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

How long does Red-leaf hibiscus take to grow?

These estimates for how long Red-leaf hibiscus takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world.

Days to Germination How long does it take Red-leaf hibiscus to germinate?
10 days

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Days to Transplant How long until I can plant out Red-leaf hibiscus?
+ 14 days

Average 14 days | Min days | Max days (0)

Days to Maturity How long until Red-leaf hibiscus is ready for harvest / bloom?
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Total Growing Days How long does it take to grow Red-leaf hibiscus?
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Red-leaf hibiscus Etymology

From the Latin Acetosella meaning sour or bitter, vinegar like.1

Other names for Red-leaf hibiscus

African rose mallow, False roselle

Hibiscus acetosella Welw. ex Hiern.

Footnotes

1 Latin Dictionary


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