It is scorching hot all across the USA, and hibiscus along the Gulf Coast is are suffering.
Plants with about 1/2 day shade, mulch, and water are doing fine. Hibiscus exposed to direct sun all day are not doing as well.
So, provide midday shade, plenty of space between plants for air circulation, then apply mulch and keep the plants watered on a regular basis.
Early Summer Scorcher in Houston, Texas! On Saturday, June 29, 2013, Houston’s official high temperature was a June record of 107F!
When temperatures get over 100F, many tropical hibiscus plants left in full sun are going to wilt. By mid-afternoon, water will sometimes evaporate from leaves faster that the plant’s vascular system can transport water. Continue reading 107F Heat Wave!
Show results from the Michael Bernard Acadiana Chapter’s held May 19, 2013 in Lafayette Louisiana:
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The Lone Star chapter of the American Hibiscus Society held their annual Sugarland show on April 28, 2013. Here are the winners of the show competition:
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