{"product_id":"hibiscus-adonicus-salmon","title":"Hibiscus adonicus 'Salmon'","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eHibiscus adonicus ‘Salmon’\u003c\/i\u003e is a sun-loving, exotic variety prized for its large, ruffled flowers in glowing shades of soft salmon pink to peach. With glossy green foliage and a compact, upright habit, it’s perfect for bright indoor spots or as a patio plant in summer. Its blooms are short-lived but plentiful, bringing a touch of the tropics to your home when given plenty of warmth and light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eHibiscus adonicus ‘Salmon’\u003c\/i\u003e (from \u003ci\u003eAdonis\u003c\/i\u003e, a figure in Greek mythology associated with beauty – a fitting name for such showy blooms)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eHibiscus adonicus\u003c\/i\u003e is a cultivated hybrid within the \u003ci\u003eHibiscus rosa-sinensis\u003c\/i\u003e complex or a trade name used for ornamental hybrids. It’s not widely recognised in formal botanical classification but is used in the nursery trade to describe hibiscus types with large, showy flowers and compact growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name(s)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eTropical Hibiscus, Salmon Hibiscus, Hibiscus ‘Salmon Adonicus’\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eCultivar derived from species native to tropical Asia and the Pacific Islands\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNeeds bright light, ideally several hours of direct sun daily. A south-facing windowsill or heated conservatory is ideal. Too little light will reduce flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWater when the top 2–3cm of soil feels dry. Keep evenly moist in the growing season but not waterlogged. Reduce watering slightly in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePrefers moderate to high humidity. Mist occasionally or place on a pebble tray to boost ambient moisture, especially during winter or in heated rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eUse a rich, free-draining compost – a blend of peat-free compost, perlite, and fine bark is ideal. Repot every 1–2 years in spring to refresh soil and encourage flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFeed every 2–3 weeks from spring to early autumn with a high-potassium fertiliser (like tomato feed) to support blooming. Pause feeding in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemp\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eIdeal range is 18–28°C. Protect from temperatures below 12–13°C. Not frost-hardy – bring indoors before autumn chills set in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eGenerally non-toxic – safe for pets and children, though ingestion may still cause mild digestive upset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eTo encourage repeat blooms, deadhead faded flowers and ensure the plant gets plenty of light and warmth. Prune lightly in spring to shape and promote bushy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eExtras\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eIf grown outdoors in summer, acclimate it slowly to direct sun to avoid leaf scorch. Indoors, supplement with a grow light if natural light is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid You Know?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eEach bloom of \u003ci\u003eHibiscus ‘Salmon’\u003c\/i\u003e typically lasts just a day or two – but with the right care, new flowers can appear daily throughout the warmer months.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"13cm","offer_id":43356031418621,"sku":"CF2079","price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"-","offer_id":43356031451389,"sku":"CF2080","price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/products\/hibiscus-adonicus-salmon-590897.jpg?v=1663469882","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.live\/products\/hibiscus-adonicus-salmon","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}