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Why Repotting a Stressed Hibiscus in Winter Can Be Fatal

Indoor hibiscus declined; owner repotted, fertilized, changed soil—now dying. Expert Will Creed: hibiscus struggles in warm, dry winter air, goes semi-dormant. Repotting and fertilizing a stressed plant destroys root hairs and adds salt burn. Unlikely to survive. Article on repotting available.

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