The flowers of a tropical hibiscus shrub are showstoppers. Get expert tips for hibiscus care, both outdoors and as houseplants.

Q: Last year, I purchased two tropical hibiscus plants and three geraniums that lived in pots on my patio all summer long. I learned, much to my surprise, that the hibiscus weren’t the hardy types I ...

Hibiscus is in the Malvaceae family of tropical plants and is known worldwide as the poster plant for tropical islands. You can hardly see an advertisement about an island getaway that does not ...

When temperatures in the mid-20s or lower are predicted, cut back the hibiscuses to help facilitate covering them. If temperatures will go down to 20 degrees or lower, add a heat source under the ...

Q: I have two hibiscus bushes in my back yard. They have been doing well for several years. This year, however, they have been attacked by the tiny little caterpillar. It just leaves the leaf veins.

species in the New Orleans area. Each of them brings a unique personality to our gardens, and each can be used in a variety of growing conditions. Among the commonly grown hibiscus species are the ...

Q: I have a ficus plant, about 5 1/2 feet tall. I currently have it outdoors and it seems to be doing well (full sun most of the day). Can I leave it outside year-round, or should I bring it inside ...

Interested in hibiscus? The Sarasota Garden Club is showing off its new Dorothy K. and Richard T. Hopcraft Memorial Garden, which features 54 exotic hibiscus bushes from master hybridizer Curt ...

Question: I have a camellia bush that is about four feet tall and wide and I want to move it to a new location. How do I make the move? Answer: Dig this plant as soon as possible and move it to a new ...

Closeup of pinkish-white hibiscus flower with long red stamen. - Tomekbudujedomek/Getty Images The striking flowers of hibiscus (Hibiscus spp.) are a summertime delight. With eye-catching colors ...