If you're growing hibiscus shrubs but would prefer them to have the shape of a slender tree instead of an unruly shrub, ...

Did you know that there's a distinct difference between pruning and simply deadheading when it comes to caring your tropical ...

Hibiscus that can withstand the cold environments of North America are a great way to bring color to your garden. But what to ...

Pruning hibiscus boosts branching, airflow, and blooms, though it delays flowers slightly. Tropical hibiscus is cut back by one-third in spring; hardy types just need dead stems removed. To shape as a ...

QUESTION: We live on the North Shore. Our hibiscus plants are all brown and denuded from the freezes. If we cut them to the ground, will they come back? When is the best time to do this? Also when is ...

Question: Could you give me some guidelines for trimming my hibiscus? It is blooming now. I see that some gardeners like to hedge them like a box, but I would like a more natural look. I appreciate ...

Question: Many have inquired about their hibiscus that due to a mild winter are still in bloom but overgrown. When is the time to do needed pruning? Answer: Use these lingering winter days to do ...

Cranberry hibiscus is famed for its tropical look and deep dark leaves. Here's how to plant and grow this hardy hibiscus in spring or fall.

Whether you grow hardy or tropical hibiscus, you want to provide them with the perfect fall care, so they reward you with ...

Q. Please tell me when to cut my hibiscus back. Some are 7 feet tall and still blooming on top. Tell me how low to cut them back. -- E.N., Houston A. I assume your plants are in beds. Since it's so ...

Recent freezes have resulted in many people questioning whether to prune or not to prune cold-damaged plants. The short answer is — wait. We’ve just had a run of freezing temperatures, but winter’s ...

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