Hibiscus rosa sinensis Cheerleader Red Dark Eye

Chinese Hibiscus

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Tropical evergreen shrub prized for vibrant scarlet blooms with distinct dark centers and glossy deep green foliage, thriving in warm environments.
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Plant Details

Common Name Chinese Hibiscus
Family Malvaceae
Genus Hibiscus
Species Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis
Variety Cheerleader Red Dark Eye
Origin East Asia
Blooming Continuous blooming in summer, sporadic indoors with sufficient light.
Leaf Color Glossy dark green
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, well-draining potting mix with peat and perlite for optimal aeration.

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during active growth; reduce watering in winter dormancy. Prefers high humidity.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun (6+ hours) for best blooming; tolerate partial shade but blooms decrease.

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Fertilization

Feed every 2 weeks during growing season with balanced liquid fertilizer or bloom booster.

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Pruning

Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new wood for next season's blooms.

Pest Control Aphid Spider Mite Thrip Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 6 months
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Apr
May
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
59° – 100°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 90%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 50000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 4500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 2200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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