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Hibiscus wrote:
In spring as soon as they come up and get to 1' tall, I pinch down to 4", to make them branch out and not get 6'-10' tall with only one stem. Then when they get 1' tall again, pinch back to 6". If they don't start to get buds, I do so the 3rd time but only pinch back to 8".

Here is one of this years' rooted cuttings, started in July. Will plant in protected area in Sept. normally to south, close to garage or building. Soon as they come up in spring, can then move where you want it, in full sun, or give it away.