Hibiscus 'Cooperi'
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Cooperi'

Hibiscus 'Cooperi' Plant

Hibiscus 'Cooperi', a moderately growing evergreen shrub hybrid, reaches 1-2 m in loamy soil under part shade, producing 20-50 red flowers year-round with edible flowers used for anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits.

Picture illustrating Hibiscus 'Cooperi' plant

Habit

Evergreen shrub

Height

1-2 m

Growth

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained, loamy

Shade

Part shade

Moisture

Moderate

Edible

Flowers edible

Medicinal

Anti-inflammatory

Origin

Horticultural hybrid

Climatic Condition

Tropical

Temperature (°)

20-30

Humidity (%)

60-80

Potting media

Peat+Perlite+Compost

Fertilizers

High-potassium NPK(10:20:20)

Watering

Regular watering

Plant Weight 

~1-3 kg

Flowering Time

Year-round

Soil Ph level

6.0-7.0

Water Ph level

6.0-7.0

Soil EC

0.5-1.5 mS/cm

Yield Per Plant 

20-50 flowers

NPK ratio 

10:20:20

life Span

5-15 years

Health Benefits

Antioxidant

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% peat moss, 25% perlite, 25% compost.


Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize every 2 weeks with 10:20:20.

Common Diseases and Remedies

Common Diseases

Wilting , Powdery Mildew . 

Yellowing leaves, distorted growth, powdery substance on leaves

Timely Pruning , Avoid over head irrigation . 

Malathion, Pyrethroids

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