Both hardy and tropical hibiscus plants can survive the winter with a little extra care before cool weather strikes.

Hibiscus is a genus of subtropical woody shrubs and small trees, covered with green, semi-glossy, toothed leaves. The plant is famous for its brightly colored trumpet-shaped flowers with five or more ...

If you don't have enough light, grow lights can be a great alternative. Keep these no more than 2 feet away from the foliage, ...

Close-up of yellow hibiscus in the garden. - Danielvfung/Getty Images Who isn't a fan of the bold and beautiful flowers of the hibiscus plant? During blooming season, hummingbirds and butterflies will ...

Water hibiscus plants growing in the ground regularly and thoroughly during hot, dry weather or whenever you notice they have wilted slightly. Hibiscus should be given as much direct sunlight as ...

Deadheading hibiscus before seed formation keeps the plant focused on producing new flowers. Moisture imbalances, lack of sunlight, or pest issues can keep your plant from blooming. Give hibiscus care ...

Q: How do I care for my potted hibiscus in the winter? A: Keeping a potted tropical plant alive through the cold months may feel like a chore, but come springtime, you’ll be rewarded for your efforts ...

Don’t confuse perennial hibiscus with either tropical hibiscus, H. rosa-sinensis, or Rose of Sharon, H. syriacus. Tropical hibiscus is a woody shrub from Southeast Asia but is not winter hardy in ...

There are ways to tell if you’ve overwatered a potted plant. If it sends up a periscope and a white flag, you’re keeping it too wet. Many of us bring outdoor container plants indoors for the winter ...

Dwarf hibiscus varieties do exist, however, there is a catch-- they don't stay that size forever. (RUSTY COSTANZA / THE TIMES-PICAY) QUESTION: Is there a dwarf variety of hibiscus? I want to plant one ...