Position in a bright to full sun location with a moderate to high airflow, tip prune in spring to encourage branching. This plant is perfect for your balcony almost all year round, but should be brought inside once the temperatures drop too low, since it does not tolerate frost.
Soil
Well-draining potting mix
Water
Never allow the juvenile plant to dry out between watering, a mature plant will cope with more sporadic watering.
Humidity
medium
Toxicity
Although hibiscus flowers are often used for tea and is not toxic to humans, the leaves are a potentially fatal toxin to cats and dogs. Consuming as little as one leaf may cause life-threatening changes in blood pressure, heart rhythm and respiration, especially in smaller animals like cats.