How do I protect my Hybiscus plants from frost?
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Emily, would not let the plant get down if possible to the frost temps. If the plant is potted bring it inside out of the cold. https://plantcaretoday.com/how-to-care-for-a-potted-hibiscus-tree.html
First off are they tropical hibiscus or perennial ? What is your location?
You can also use saren wrap to cover them when it's not so cold, it lets light in but protects them from the cold.
I am in North Carolina, Region 7. If it is a perennial as mine is, I cut it all the way down to about 4-5 inches from the ground and VOILA! it blooms well every year. As a matter of fact more and more white blooms every year! I had a tropical one but it did not last through the winter so . . . Abundant blessings on your gardening attempts . . . Merry Christmas!
Thank you!
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http://www.roundup.com/smg/goART3/Howto/how-to-control-english-ivy%3F--weed-control-tips-%26-faqs-roundup/27800044
I have had luck painting on the Roundup instead of spraying for more control, especially if other plants are in the area.