Horticulture   Challenge

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Hibiscus Care Handout 

This year we are growing Tropical Hawaiian Punch Hibiscus. It is a perennial flowering shrub in a tropical setting. In our climate, this hibiscus can be wintered over indoors, set out when summer arrives locally and will continue to grow. We began with 4" pots in assorted colors in June. Judging criteria was determined by overall health, beauty, blossoms, and buds as shown in a photo submitted.

July Winners 
First Place overall: Diane Boden
Second Place: Julie Bourke
Honorable Mention: Ulla Kasprzyk
Creative Setting: Julie Bourke
Creative Humor: Renée Brown

August Winners
First Place: Evie Simpson
Second Place: Ulla Kasprzyk
Honorable Mention: Christine Pierce

October Winners
First Place: Gretchen Hamlin
Second Place: Diane Steckel
3rd Place: Monta Faye Tuxill
Honorable Mention: Linda Arthur & Kathy Scollan


The winning entry photos are located on the gallery page.

It was difficult to choose amongst all the beautiful entries.

Thank you to our judges: Kathy Scollan, Gretchen Hamlin and Lina Pateras

Evie's Secret To A Winning
Entry!

I repotted my hibiscus, using my own compost mixed with Back to Your Roots, organic potting soil. I fed and watered it, using Miracle Gro, all purpose plant food, as recommended on the label. The good Lord then did the rest by providing at least six hours of sunshine and mostly fair weather, so I feel my efforts paid off.


Diane's Secret To A Winning Entry!

"I was lucky! My hibiscus came with 2 buds that opened shortly after I got it. I potted it in miracle grow potting soil. Weather was hot and humid. It g ot sun in the afternoon b ut filtered. After the first 2 bloomed, 3 more formed and blossomed. Right now I only have one bloom that is forming. I will continue with miracle grow and move it to more sun on my deck."   

Notice
Winter your Hibiscus. A grafting workshop is planned for next year.