Yellow Hibiscus-where there is a will there is a way.

Oakland, CA(Zone 10a)

Can someone ID this one for me. I purchased this plant a year ago and shortly after my purchase this plant got very sick and lost its blooms and leaves. I tried new soil and fertilizer but to no avail. However, just recently it started producing blooms. The only thing I can remember changing is the fertilizer (and talking the the plant just about every night :)). I gave it some bloom plus, which is very high in phosphorous. However, I know that hibiscus don't like too much phosphorous. Does anyone have any suggestions about what type of fertilizer I should use to get more and greener leaves. If you look at my pic you will find that my hibiscus has very few leaves. I am so glad that I didn't give up on this plant.

Frank

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Norwalk, IA(Zone 5b)

Frank that cultivar is "Yellow Wings" can be a shy bloomer at times.I feed mine every two weeks in summer with a balanced water soluable fert. like Peters 20-20-20

Oakland, CA(Zone 10a)

Eclipse,

Thanks so much for the info. I will be sure to follow your advice. Take care.

Frank

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