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August 28, 2010
What a difference a day makes...
The peachy cool exotic hibiscus I posted a photo of in my previous post just bloomed again. Wow, what a difference!
This was a dinner plate size bloon, about double in size from the previous photo I posted. I can't wait to see what the next bloom looks like.
This was a dinner plate size bloon, about double in size from the previous photo I posted. I can't wait to see what the next bloom looks like.August 27, 2010
An Exotic Hibiscus seedling that is peachy cool..
Here's the first bloom on an exotic Hibiscus cross involving ((Mystic x Cajun SW) x Nightfire) x Sun Shower, It really has an unusual peachy coloration to it.
I'm not sure what is going on with the tuft, but I may find out soon as this seedling has 3-4 more buds that should open over the next few days. I expect the next blooms to look even better.
I'm not sure what is going on with the tuft, but I may find out soon as this seedling has 3-4 more buds that should open over the next few days. I expect the next blooms to look even better.August 12, 2010
Hibiscus Antique Treasure x Cherries 'n Cream
Several of my hibiscus seedlings bloomed for the first time this week. I was only able to capture this one on film because our afternoon thunderstorms beat the other blooms up.
This bloom is from a cross of Exotic Hibiscus Antique Treasure x Cherries 'n Cream. The blooms were average in size, stretching six inches across. The plant itself is one of the more vigorous seedlings in the bunch and is self branching.
I spotted lots of buds on my hibiscus seedlings so I should have more new seedling pictures to post after the weekend.
This bloom is from a cross of Exotic Hibiscus Antique Treasure x Cherries 'n Cream. The blooms were average in size, stretching six inches across. The plant itself is one of the more vigorous seedlings in the bunch and is self branching.I spotted lots of buds on my hibiscus seedlings so I should have more new seedling pictures to post after the weekend.August 8, 2010
My first exotic hibiscus from seed!
Last summer I decided to expand my hybridization hobby into exotic hibiscus. During the course of the summer I accumulated almost 100 select cultivars for use in my breeding program. Because most of these plants were small, I knew it was going to be a while until I would be able to make my own hibiscus crosses and harvest seeds. Being anxious to try my luck at growing exotic hibiscus from seed, I opted to buy seeds from another grower rather than wait to create my own.
This past winter I lost my entire named hibiscus collection to the freezes, however almost all my seedlings survived. This was not because they were hardier than the older plants, they just received some extra protection during the coldest nights.
Last month I had my very first bloom from my hibiscus seedlings. It was a bright red single with perfect form.
The cross was from hibiscus Remembrance x Intense Passion.
Several of the other seedlings have bloomed in recent weeks, although I was unable to capture decent photos of the blooms. Over the weekend I noticed new buds forming so I should see some new blooms soon.
Despite my setback this winter, I have slowly been adding to my hibiscus collection and hope to be able to make some new crosses this fall.
This past winter I lost my entire named hibiscus collection to the freezes, however almost all my seedlings survived. This was not because they were hardier than the older plants, they just received some extra protection during the coldest nights.
Last month I had my very first bloom from my hibiscus seedlings. It was a bright red single with perfect form.
The cross was from hibiscus Remembrance x Intense Passion.Several of the other seedlings have bloomed in recent weeks, although I was unable to capture decent photos of the blooms. Over the weekend I noticed new buds forming so I should see some new blooms soon.
Despite my setback this winter, I have slowly been adding to my hibiscus collection and hope to be able to make some new crosses this fall.
December 6, 2009
Cajun Hibiscus Red Beans 'n Rice
Exotic hibiscus can really surprise you at times with their transformations. You can take a photo of a bloom in the morning, and then take another in the afternoon, put the photos side by side and you'll have a hard time convincing people it is the same bloom. Environmental conditions also have a major influence on what a hibiscus bloom will look like
Here's Cajun Hibiscus Red Beans 'n Rice last week.
And here is a bloom on the same plant six weeks earlier.
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Here's Cajun Hibiscus Red Beans 'n Rice last week.
And here is a bloom on the same plant six weeks earlier.November 23, 2009
I'm not sure what is so macho about Hibiscus Macho Man
I'm not sure I would call this a macho bloom, but it sure is a beautiful one. Meet exotic hibiscus 'Macho Man'.
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November 20, 2009
Exotic Hibiscus Stuffed Jalapeno
Here's one of my favorite multicolor hibiscus. Meet exotic hibiscus 'Stuffed Jalapeno'.
November 19, 2009
Exotic Hibiscus Cherry Appaloosa
Here's a hibiscus that just started blooming for me. Meet exotic hibiscus 'Cherry Appaloosa'.
November 18, 2009
Cajun Hibiscus Black Dragon
Here's a photo of Cajun Hibiscus 'Black Dragon' taken early in the day. Exotic hibiscus can have major color swings based on the environment. When the conditions are right this one will turn a very dark red. I'll post a photo of it when it is in dark phase later.
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November 17, 2009
Hibiscus Barry Schlueter
Meet Exotic Hibiscus Barry Schlueter, named after legendary hibiscus hybridizer, Barry Schlueter.
