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Looking for Roselle (Hibiscus Sabdariffa)

10 years ago

Anyone know where I can buy plants locally?

I bought some seeds online a couple months ago and was able to sprout a few of them, but would like some more. I know they do pretty well here.

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grant_in_arizona
10 years ago
I've grown them several times here and they really thrive, and are quite ornamental too. As I'm sure you know, but someone reading along might not, the red calyx that forms is what's used in "hibiscus tea" and other yummy culinary treats (I always thought it was the flowers or petals until I grew it and then googled on how to make the tea, lol).

Baker Nursery usually has young plants in spring. I've seen them there the last four or five years. They might be worth calling.

Just for fun, here's a pic of some of the calyces from a couple of seasons ago from my plant. I did buy the original at Baker too. Happy gardening--let us know if/when/where you find some!

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ra
Original Author
10 years ago
thanks grant! I'll go check Baker's tomorrow for them.

And yes that's the reason why I'm growing them :)

Do they die back in the winter time and reseed for the following season or do they stay alive year after year?
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Hi Peg, debbiep recently sent me some seeds for Hibiscus sabdariffa, and they are currently on their way to me. Perhaps she still has a few seeds left to trade. Maybe drop her an email and see? In my experience, Roselle hibiscus really does need Zone 8/9 unless you want to baby it. Hibiscus acetosella (false roselle) is a bit less cold sensitive, but not much less! If you put it right up next to a (well-heated) house along the south wall, and cover it with a cheap polyester blanket whenever frost threatens, it might survive. That is how I kept a few "Zone8" plants such as Angelonia gardnerii, non-hardy hibiscuses, and cannas alive when I used to live in Zone 7B. :) Or, you could keep it in a 5 gallon pot so you can bring it into a protected area like a garage in winter. That's what I used to do with my "Zone 9" plants when I was in Zone 7B. I happen to have some Hibiscus acetosella 'False Roselle' seeds for trade, if you'd like them. :) In my local markets, dried H.acetosella flowers are sold interchangeably with dried Roselle flowers. I use them interchangeably in my herbal tea. These 2 plants are said to have similar culinary and medicinal uses by my holistic health practitioner. Hibiscus acetosella 'Red Shield' is an attractive indoor plant, so it will look pretty while it's inside for the winter. :) Other GW members who have Roselle listed for trade include: Aserachi Geraniumlover Pinkangel420 Hope that helps! :) Here is a link that might be useful: hibiscus roselle search results
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shuffles_gw
10 years ago
They are so easy to grow from seed, but then if you can find plants that might be the cheapest way. Two or three plants should supply all you can use fresh. I freeze them and use them every day till I run out. My plants die in January, and I need to plant them every spring. The variety I have do not have the open mouths to the calyces like the ones I have seen in most photos and in a local market. The calyces mouths are less open. I am getting ready to send out seeds soon. Send me an email if you are interested.
agility_mom
10 years ago
What type of a location do these plants grow best in (full sun or afternoon shade etc)? Any tips? I have some seeds and thought that I would give them a try.
ra
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10 years ago
full sun, just like any hibiscus. The more sun the better
grant_in_arizona
10 years ago
Yup, full amazing hot sun keeps them happy for sure. Mine have always acted like annuals, really shutting down in winter. Quick and easy from seed for sure.

I really didn't know what to do with all of those calyces (the parts you keep), lol. Shuffles, do you remove the actual seed capsule and just keep the outer part? Or what? I really should learn how to use them better, LOL.

Raimeiken, did you find some? I hope so.

Happy gardening all,
Grant
aimelody
10 years ago
Greetings Folks,

If you are looking for Hibiscus Flowers consumed in delicious cold beverage, you are going to enjoy my website

www.aimelody.com (Herbalist Section)

One Blessed Love

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