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Name: Hibiscus
Type: Hibiscus spp.
Location: Red/Pink
Sun Level: Full sun, Partial Shade
Bloom Time: Spring
Height: 36 in.
Spread: 48 in.
Care:
Pests: Hibiscus are not bothered by many pests or diseases, but red spider mites can be problematic when humidity levels are not high enough. Aphids are sometimes an issue too, but they can be kept at bay with regular cleaning or insecticidal soaps.
Pruning: Hardy hibiscus benefit from annual winter pruning once they are established. Cutting the plant back after flowering, especially dead, damaged, and diseased branches and old wood growing in the center of the plant can aid air circulation and keep the plant looking tidy. Don't worry if you cut back aggressively; this species can handle it.