Hibiscus: Hibiscus Cuttings, 1 by DavidFranzman

DavidFranzman wrote:
Hi folks

Not sure if it's polite for me to butt in but thought I would maybe help a little with the cutting questions. It takes about 6-8 weeks for a trop hib to root. If you live in humid areas it's best to use some kind of fungicide on them as they can rot pretty easy. Also with the more exotic varieties such that I carry you need to graft them on a good rootstock like Pride of Hankins. Use moss, peat or vermiculite or some combination and mist at least once a day depending on your humidity. Covering them with saran wrap or some other way to make a greenhouse is best. Lastly for some reason hibs like to have company when rooting so feel free to stick several cuttings in the same container.

Hope that helps

David Franzman