This is a tropical and sub-tropical plant which had been transplanted to most other global climates. However if grown in areas where frost may occur the plant requires protective covering to survive the cold. The many delightful hibiscus plants for sale can be bought in either an annual or perennial variety.
If one is purchasing a Hibiscus plant for the first time it is advisable to do so from a local plant supplier. Its trumpet flowers are spectacular in color combinations and come either in a single 5 petal variety or a double frilled flower. Its green leaves are ovate in shape with a toothed edge. The five-lobed seed pod contains numerous seeds which pop out when it dries.
Their flowers make a grand display and the colors available nowadays are stunning. They are popular plants for large parks, gardens and are often used in landscaping projects. One species Kenaf is primarily used in paper making and flower tea is a beverage often consumed by various cultures around the world. The tea has a piquant flavor and distinctive color.
Jamaicans at Christmas time make a wine or rum based punch using Hibiscus infusions together with a variety of herbs, cane sugar, spices and roots. In Cambodia it is often enjoyed with on ice with lime juice and sweeteners. Served as a garnish or candied is how the Mexicans enjoy eating this plant's flowers.
For centuries the Chinese have used it for medicinal purposes and Kali the Hindu goddess is often displayed with Hibiscus flowers. In Tahiti young single women put its red flowers behind their ears to indicate they are eligible to marry. Polynesian grass skirts are made from this plant's bark fiber.
Nowadays there are many new varieties of hibiscus plants for sale either locally or online. Some growers have cultivated many new hybrids with interesting color combinations that bring a vibrancy of color to any garden and interesting flavors to a person's beverages and food.
If one is purchasing a Hibiscus plant for the first time it is advisable to do so from a local plant supplier. Its trumpet flowers are spectacular in color combinations and come either in a single 5 petal variety or a double frilled flower. Its green leaves are ovate in shape with a toothed edge. The five-lobed seed pod contains numerous seeds which pop out when it dries.
Their flowers make a grand display and the colors available nowadays are stunning. They are popular plants for large parks, gardens and are often used in landscaping projects. One species Kenaf is primarily used in paper making and flower tea is a beverage often consumed by various cultures around the world. The tea has a piquant flavor and distinctive color.
Jamaicans at Christmas time make a wine or rum based punch using Hibiscus infusions together with a variety of herbs, cane sugar, spices and roots. In Cambodia it is often enjoyed with on ice with lime juice and sweeteners. Served as a garnish or candied is how the Mexicans enjoy eating this plant's flowers.
For centuries the Chinese have used it for medicinal purposes and Kali the Hindu goddess is often displayed with Hibiscus flowers. In Tahiti young single women put its red flowers behind their ears to indicate they are eligible to marry. Polynesian grass skirts are made from this plant's bark fiber.
Nowadays there are many new varieties of hibiscus plants for sale either locally or online. Some growers have cultivated many new hybrids with interesting color combinations that bring a vibrancy of color to any garden and interesting flavors to a person's beverages and food.
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