Hibiscus Propagation: Heel Cuttings in Spring

To propagate your hibiscus:

Timing: Spring (no flowers/buds on cuttings).
Cutting type: Heel cutting—pull a side shoot with a strip of main stem bark attached.
Prep: Dip bottom inch in rooting powder.
Plant: In moist, well-draining mix. High humidity (bag tent).

You have months to enjoy blooms before spring propagation season.

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