How to Grow Hardy Hibiscus From Seed

Hardy hibiscus (Hibiscus moscheutos) is an herbaceous perennial that blooms in shades of pink, red, and white, it is a beautiful and easy-to-grow plant that is perfect for adding color to your garden. It can be grown from seed, but it does require some patience.

Here are the steps on how to grow hardy hibiscus from seed:

1. Gather your materials. You will need:

* Hardy hibiscus seeds

* Seed trays or pots

* Potting soil

* A watering can

* A plastic wrap or a humidity dome

* A sunny spot outdoors

2. Prepare the soil. Fill the seed trays or pots with potting soil. Water the soil until it is evenly moist.

3. Plant the seeds. Sow the seeds thinly on top of the soil. Cover the seeds with a thin layer of soil.

4. Cover the trays or pots. Cover the trays or pots with plastic wrap or a humidity dome to keep the moisture in.

5. Place the trays or pots in a warm, sunny spot. Hardy hibiscus seeds need warm temperatures to germinate. They will germinate best in temperatures between 70 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit (21 and 24 degrees Celsius).

6. Water the seedlings. Keep the soil moist, but not soggy.

7. Thin the seedlings. Once the seedlings have emerged, thin them to 2 inches (5 cm) apart.

8. Transplant the seedlings. When the seedlings are 4 inches (10 cm) tall, they can be transplanted into the garden. Space the plants 2-3 feet (60-90 cm) apart.

9. Water the plants regularly. Hardy hibiscus plants need regular watering, especially during hot weather.

10. Fertilize the plants. Hardy hibiscus plants benefit from fertilizer every month during the growing season.

11. Prune the plants. Hardy hibiscus plants can be pruned in the fall after they have finished blooming.

With proper care, your hardy hibiscus plants will produce beautiful blooms for many years to come.