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Growing hibiscus is an easy way to add a tropical flair to your garden. When you know how to care for hibiscus plants, you will be rewarded with many years of lovely flowers. Light The hibiscus mutabilis will grow best when exposed to full sun, but part shade can also be tolerated. Water You'll want to water your hibiscus mutabilis tree or shrub freely during its growing season, but water sparingly in the winter months. These plants are considered drought tolerant. Soil This low-maintenance plant will grow in average, medium, and well-drained soils, however, it does prefer loamy types that are rich in organic matter. It will grow best in neutral or slightly acidic soil. Temperature and Humidity The hibiscus mutabilis is not a particularly cold-hardy plant; it can tolerate short periods with temperatures falling to about 23 degrees Fahrenheit when fully dormant. Its top growth will be killed by even slight frost, however, its roots are somewhat hardier. It's even possible for the plant to resprout after a few degrees of frost. Fertilizer Fertilizer can be applied monthly; just be sure to choose a balanced, liquid variety. Propagating Hibiscus Mutabilis The hibiscus mutabilis can be propagated by cuttings that root easily. You will want to propagate by seeds sown in spring or semi-ripe cuttings in the summer months.