BEST TIPS for growing ROSELLE HIBISCUS, a HEAT-LOVING plant that is BEAUTIFUL and DELICIOUS!

[@bobbun9630]

I have tried growing roselle three times now. This is the first year I have gotten a harvest outside of a greenhouse, so here's my tip: Find and use the 'Thai Red' variety if the day length sensitivity is a problem. I'm only slightly further north (36 degrees) than where this channel is produced (Mesa, AZ, 33 degrees), but my frost comes much earlier. Most roselle varieties are going to start flowering after the day length drops to twelve hours (late September) and will die with the first frost (mid October), which means the plants won't normally have enough time to produce anything in my location. Thai Red started flowering for me this year in early July, very close to the longest day of the year (June 21/22, ~14 hours in my location).

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Thank you! Appreciate the added information.

[@denesestanley7011]

@bobbun9630, thanks for sharing. When did you sow your seeds please …. Time of year. Thank you.

[@bobbun9630]

@@denesestanley7011 My records show that I started my roselle in a seed tray on March 29, and transplanted into garden soil on May 5. My last frost is typically in mid-April, but in 2023 it was later, so the May planting date was essential.

[@denesestanley7011]

@@bobbun9630 thanks

[@debbieblakley9761]

I live in zone 7b. I would like to try this. Where did you purchase your 'Thai Red' variety? Does it taste very much like what she is growing on the video? Many Thanks!

[@faustinasam4415]

In my country Ghana we use it to prepare a spicy drink called "sobolo". We add ginger, cloves and other local spices to it. It nice and healthy

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Wonderful.

[@shannonalaminski2619]

That sounds like a good combination. I already have ginger going in the garden. Adding roselle is next.

[@portaamber]

Oooo that sounds good

[@rukiahkadir2063]

And the leaves🍃very nice if cook with fish

[@jeannettejones6489]

I’m gonna try it like that I just bought some seeds can’t Waite my mouth is watering it looks so good

[@dianadivadiamond]

We call it Sorrel Drink and I make a Liquer with by using Rum, Sugar and the Sorrel. Put all ingredients in a jar or bucket and leave for about 2-3 weeks, then strain and bottle. Drink with soda or on cracked up ice. You can also add some Clove, Bay leaves and Cinnamon Sticks in it whilst in jar/bucket. I also add pepper to my jam to get a savoury finish.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Good idea, thanks for sharing.

[@phynnie]

@@GrowingInTheGarden the drink known as Jamaica is pronounced "HAMAICA". J becomes h --------- just as in jojoba oil -------- pronounced hohoba oil

[@batterypoweredgardener8181]

Can you use sugar replacement like stevia?

[@DarrelJones-i6y]

The girls in the Caribbean take the leaves and, in a container of water, rub the leaves in their hands to extract the juices into the water and wash their hair. A girl from Nicaragua told me she had to stop doing it because her hair was growing out of control.

[@beaukemp2341]

I’m my country we dried and boiling them in water wait to cool mixed with syrup and pouring in a glass filled with ice. Perfect for hot heat summer drink.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Sounds delicious!

[@virginiasosa1593]

Where you buy the seeds?

[@michaelburns9172]

I live in Southern California and I planted mine early in the year. My plants are 9 feet tall and covered with Blooms . Can't wait to try them fresh.

[@monikakaiser2242]

I live in South Florida and just recently acquired a roselle plant. During a thunderstorm with strong wind gusts one of the main branches broke off. It had a lot of those red pods on it and I thought it was such a shame to throw it away. So I stuck it into the soil and lo and behold, it seems to have sprouted roots, because it is thriving. Please note, I have what some might call - black thumbs. I am not the best gardener, but this pretty and useful shrub seems to be very, very easy to grow.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Love hearing this. Yes it’s very easy to grow if you have the right climate, which we both do. Glad you saved it!

[@yolandarobertson6202]

Monika Kaiser I also live in south Florida with a massive garden. This is the most successful edible plant here at my house next to my lemongrass monster bush. Make sure you keep replanting the seeds because for us it keeps going for a while. I grow a lot of stuff for food and Roselle has me feeling like an expert... when I really am not haha

[@monikakaiser2242]

@@yolandarobertson6202 That is good to know. I plan to add more Roselle to the one I have. :-)

[@haticeiaconangelo3373]

Does Roselle die back in the winter and come back in spring? Tampa area.

[@ndorartistry]

​@haticeiaconangelo3373 Planting roselle in tamapa for the first time we'll see what's to come this winter.

[@robertatkinson7258]

Excellent presentation!! Covered all of the basic important points beautifully in five minutes. Thank you!! I'm now very motivated to get some for my yard for this summer and harvest hopefully this fall!! :)

[@intrinsic6696]

I watched a few videos trying to learn about this plant and yours answered all my questions in less time. Nice video! Thanks.

[@ArnieCampiot-lj9vi]

This amazing plant is now a staple at my house, thanks to your wonderful videos. More power.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Wonderful!

[@csbsmom]

Thanks for this post. I am new to roselle and have 8 plants I started from seed in Florida. I thought I was doing something wrong because they are taller than me but have no flowers. Thanks to this video, I know they won’t start flowering until the days get shorter. I am looking forward to it.

[@Shaloreial]

Came looking for answers for my first time growing roselle and found the answer. I have 3 plants in my raised beds. They are huge, but no flowers or calyxes. I figured they’d fruit later in the fall in zone 8 so I’m happy to hear I was right. I’m looking forward to a great harvest to make drinks, jams and jellies.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Enjoy! We LOVE them and look forward to harvests each year.

[@Tupelo_Honey_77]

​@@GrowingInTheGarden where can I find seeds or plant ? How are they different from other Hibiscus

[@BCBRENDA]

I have wanted this plant for so long! My grand kids went to the library and they gavethemseeds to grow. Guess what seeds was in the bag? Yes, Roelles!!Rosales!!! Haaaa!😊

[@Peterrdee]

Hibiscus are my favourite group of plants!!!! Lavatera, rose of Sharon, tropical, swamp rose mallow, french mallow, hollyhocks, tree mallow, and this roselle, I’ve never grown it tho since I’m in zone 8b

[@nathalielady2592]

I love roselle. We use the sour leaves in tomato stew, you can add about 2 full table spoons of peanut butter paste. We make juice with the dry flowers, you can add mint, ginger, or pineaple juice. Delicious.

[@Mrsboncouer]

Would you share your recipe ?

[@nathalielady2592]

@@Mrsboncouer saute some meat in a little bit of oil, add fresh diced onion, garlic, pepper and salt or cube bouillon. When done, add couple of fresh diced tomatoes, let it cook. Get some sorelle leaves fresh or dry. If fresh, cut them in thin slice, about 1 hand full or 2 hands full if you like a kick of sourness, add it to the stew, then add about 2 full table soon of NATURAL peanut butter paste. Stir, let it cook on low heat another 10 minutes, serve with rice. Bon appetit.

[@fugueine]

Thanks for the info! The drink you mention is usually pronounced with a soft h rather than a hard j like hamaika :)

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Good tip, thanks!

[@dnyandatathod7827]

My plants have just flowered.... And I'm so happy.... I love it..

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Wonderful! Enjoy!

[@joannmcculley8253]

Tulsi hibiscus tea is my favorite. In fact, I haven't tried anything else yet, but I'm growing them this year and can't wait

[@anniechao6834]

My mom is burmese chinese, and our family always make this yummmmy burmese soup that uses the leaves of this plant. Its a salty sour soup that is so delicious.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Sounds great!

[@berrypatch144]

Could you share the name of it or a recipe?

[@wetpaint6354]

Dude thank you!!! I was so worried mine was sick or supposed to be cut back smh I was. About to cut it back, and now I realize she might even need a bigger pot

[@Peterrdee]

I absolutely love hibiscus tea, I also have hibiscus mocheutos, hibiscus Rosa sisensis and hibiscus syriacus (rose of Sharon)

[@jar7840]

In the caribbean we call in 'Sorrell" Because of the time is ready to harvest, it is our Christmas Drink.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Wonderful. It is so tasty!

[@darleneskapura968]

Thank you for this information - I bought one roselle at a plant sale and was wondering what i was doing wrong! HUGE plant, no blooms as of sept. Looking forward to it blooming and producing calyxes.

[@aliciaf6633]

Same over here

[@dv2033]

I'm in southwest Florida and bought a bag of about 40 seeds. I've planted about 20 from the first week of August until today. I have 14 of them now and 2 of the first few I planted in August bloomed flowers today. They're about 3 feet tall.

[@Tupelo_Honey_77]

Where can I find seeds

[@lorisilva10784]

I have never heard of this plant!! Thank you so much for such an informative video!! New sub here!! Greetings from Florida!!

[@shalometyson9862]

Thank you because I was worried. My roselle is big and bushy. I am learning other ways to use Roselle. Sorrel to me when I was a little girl in Jamaica. Sorrel was a must have at Christmas time. We would make a drink. As kids we would eat the leaves and halux with salt. Now here in Phoenix, I want to relive some of those memories.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Wonderful!

[@jettyeddie_m9130]

If you like mexican food this is what they make the “agua de jamaica” the dark red drink 😉

[@magaog6844]

That's sorrel, our Christmas drink.

[@serdalkaptan]

I buy dried roselle from stores and make juice. I add water, cloves, cinnamon and a bit sugar. Sometimes I also add ginger. Boil for a few minutes at low heat. Wait till it is at room temp, then refrigerate it. Once it is chilled I add lemon juice and tastes really delicious. A question: I purchased South American red roselle seeds. Will the plants perennial or annual when grown in a tropical country? Thank you very much for the awesome info.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

If it doesn't freeze they should keep growing.

[@jdluvr81]

Thank you this is so helpful I’m going to grow them this year for the first time!

[@JaydubyaX]

The drink is also called sorrel in Trinidad. I have had tacos once that were made using the calyxes, after they have been used to make the "tea", the spent calyxes were seasoned and used as I guess a meat replacement. Not bad...not outstanding either....but the point is there is a possibility. Also many hibiscus plants make really strong cordage/rope. I bet at the very least you could make a serviceable garden twine. I have not tried with this specific one, but the maho hibiscus makes very strong rope.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Interesting. Thanks for all the good tips and hello from Arizona!

[@kckc7597]

Angela, you have a beautiful garden. I'm also in Mesa. I am starting a garden and hope its as pretty as yours with time. Thank you.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Thank you so much. Best of luck with your garden!

[@deannawoodbury2631]

Thank you so much for posting all of this great information! I just moved to Arizona and my new backyard was just rocks, no plants just rocks. It is exciting to find out I can actually grow food back there eventually and I can't wait to find out more.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Best of luck to you!

[@nathanrangsa6225]

We make curry Roselle leaves with fish , beef or pork and many more.

[@muhammadmaina6453]

Please can we know more how to remove the flowers from the pod? Thank you

[@virginiedubois250]

AMAZING..THANK YOU FOR THIS WONDERFUL SHARE✨️✨️✨️

[@kreipi]

Great details, thank you. The J in Jamaica has an "h" sound, at least every time I've heard it from a Spanish-speaking tongue in the region where it's regularly consumed

[@mimi4816]

My rosella blooming today! But Sunday night will cold to 49F! So I have to cover something keep warm! Next Monday and Tuesday will rain and cold in Globe! Thanks again.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Hopefully you will get a good harvest before it gets too cold. Glad it's blooming for you and that you are getting rain! Enjoy!

[@Lochness19]

I'm giving it a try here in Canada (near Toronto, zone 6b). Our summers aren't super hot (65-90F highs, 55-70F lows), but warm enough I think since okra does well enough here. The big question is if the temperatures will be warm enough and frost free long enough in fall. We have an urban heat island + seasonal lag and moderating effect from lake Ontario that makes our fall low temps 10F warmer than, northern Iowa (similar latitude), but it's still Canada, it's not like October is hot here. I think there's some varieties that are less day-length sensitive and can start blooming in August/early September. I'm not sure if that's the variety I have, but I'm already seeing flower buds on my plants, even though the plants are still only 18 inches tall. Do most varieties start growing buds so early and still only bloom in late fall or do you think I have one of the earlier blooming varieties?

[@BEASYFlicknmove]

Thanks Great video .I started some a few days ago and already starting to grow

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Nice! Enjoy!

[@kelvinlowe7316]

I use it to make Roselle wine. Here in Mid Georgia they call it sorrel, don't know why but it sure taste good.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Nice. I haven't heard of that. Enjoy!

[@jennifermccloud5477]

Thank you so much!

[@chinivar]

Love your video's.we Indian use leaves to make chutney n use for dal's

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Good to know

[@srabankarjee1034]

Use Roselle leaves in Pork and Chicken it becomes so Delicious

[@FS-virtuoso]

I add rosewater to roselle syrup and soda water. Yum.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Sounds delicious.

[@叶美芳-i8j]

thanks it helped mine is 8cm now

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Wonderful!

[@ptreadway39]

Great video thanks for sharing. I ordered seeds yesterday, can’t wait to plant.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Hope you enjoy it! Thanks for watching.

[@kapoogin]

Love your videos. The drink that you speak of is pronounced, hamica. Thank you for your great videos!

[@kapoogin]

Oh, sorry just saw that someone already helped you with that 😊

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Yep.... good to know! Thanks for watching.

[@mariloucaco6192]

Hope to. Have that in my backyard

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Give it a try, I love growing it for sure.

[@jesusislord2069]

My plant is small and it started to bloom .. about 2 feet long ..will it still grow more

[@Starlacefield]

Sweet! Good to know I can plant these here. Is it too late to plant them now? Also Jamaica is pronounced “Ha- my-ka”

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Not sure where you are located, but here in the low desert we are right at the end of the planting window, but you could still get them planted. Thanks for the tip about the pronunciation🤪

[@Starlacefield]

Oh I live in Avondale AZ Great thanks!

[@nanomc3174]

Growing In The Garden No, it’s pronounced Jah -may -ka....we call it sorrel in Jamaica and its a staple drink at Christmas time ! Delicious laced with rum ...

[@carmenalicialopez2077]

Question how do you dry the seeds? Thanks

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

They usually dry on the plant.

[@antheam197]

We put the syrup in sparkling white wine here in Australia

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Nice! Great idea!

[@debraarizona4809]

Great detailed information😊Thank you for sharing.🤗

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Glad it was helpful!

[@MamaLala03]

In Surprise AZ can’t Roselle be grown as a perennial? If so when and how do I prune it back for the next growing season?

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

I wouldn't cut it back if you want to overwinter. I haven't been able to get them to survive our winters. Wait to cut back until after last frost in the spring if you want to try.

[@artherenewilliams7435]

Hi Angela! Thanks for the video. It was my first time growing roselle hibiscus this year. I haven't harvested any calyx yet. We have had several 30° nights here in Texas. Have I missed the window? I've been waiting all summer 😢. I thought the calyx were supposed to be full before harvesting. I would love to try your recipes.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Shoot! I'd harvest what is close to being ready so you get some.

[@barbarareisinger3101]

Great video! Can you overwinter Roselle in the PHX area? Thank you!!!

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

I've tried but I haven't been successful. I've heard that others have. You could always try.

[@barbarareisinger3101]

@@GrowingInTheGarden Thank you! I'm going to give it a shot!!

[@MamaLala03]

I’m wondering the same thing. Do I need to trim it back in the spring then? Any rules on how to do that?

[@GisellVe]

How do I correct yellowing on the Roselle plant? Does the soil needs to be sandy?

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Back off on watering - that can help.

[@mydogisawesome100]

Sure enjoy watching your videos! 😊 🌺

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

I'm so glad! Thanks so much for watching.

[@mjcubo2246]

Can I separate the calyxes from the seed pods and freeze both until my plants produce enough to make jam or do I have to freeze as one whole unit (calyx with pod still inside)?

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Seems like it would work well to separate them first, that makes sense.

[@MyChilepepper]

Cook a handful of rosella leaves in a cup of bamboo shoots, calamari with garlic chile sauce and green onions.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Yum! Sounds good. Thanks for the tip!

[@josephdlima4011]

Also so with pork, delicious

[@CornelievanWyngaardt]

Thank you so much for the useful information. Can you please help me. We are from South Africa and this is the first time I grow Roselle plant but my plants is now only about 2 months old and it started flowering. I expected it later on in summer and our spring just started. Must I pinch of the flowerbuds. The plants are nearly 25 cm in height. We just planted it out in the garden. Thank you so much

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

No - it will often flower a little in spring (the days are shorter) and then do it’s main flowering again in the fall when the days are shorter again. Best of luck to you!

[@CornelievanWyngaardt]

@@GrowingInTheGarden Thank you again Angela. It is very comforting to hear. I am very excited to grow this precious plant and you invited me through your channel. Well done you are a fantastic gardener and I learn so much from you. God bless 🙌💐

[@shehbleh8931]

I just started growing 4 Roselle plants in April! Was amazed at how well they're handling the heat. I currently have them in 5 gallon smart pots, have any tips for getting them as big as yours !?

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

They are pretty simple, just keep them watered and give them sun and support. The size of your containers may limit their growth some, if you want the plants to grow large they probably need more room.

[@myhealingharvest]

Im in hot socal. I've planted a bunch of roselle plants and they are still small maybe a foot tall and already flowering. Should I just leave them and harvest flowers as they're done forming calyxs or pinch all flowers off so plants can get bigger? It's only june. Love your channel, Thank you

[@logansanimals1716]

Thanks for the help

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Happy to help!

[@fallofmanbrand]

amazing video

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Thanks! Thanks for watching.

[@jobethrico]

Unfortunately in Jamaica 🇯🇲 it’s known as sorrel,popular during Christmas 🎄 season!

[@apharymyahsharyl704]

a few plants is only enough....... lol i planted 27 plants but they seem to be stuck at approximately 2 feet tall. i started from seed in seed trays then to protein powder jugs i cut in half until they were about a foot tall then i transplanted them into the garden. i planted in holes that has composted manure that is from last year. the compost pile has grass growing out of it so i know it is fertile for growth. maybe i'm not being patient enough. lastly i've given them miracle grow it aims to keeping the nutrients up. thanks for the video. gives me hope because i was thinking they should be bearing fruit soon but it they don't until the fall then i still have time.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

27 plants!!!!! WOW!!!

[@machinegunhippy]

The fert salts in miracle grow is pretty harsh .. I would use a organic gentle fert more often

[@brandonmonroe7050]

Im in Texas 105 degrees is regular here. Can you really put roselle in all that full sun with no shade?

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

We get that hot and more - yes, it does fine. It's in the okra family.

[@michaelagibbs9695]

I have about 10 plants all different sizes. I left 2 to 3 large calyx's (spelling?) on a few of them so I can save seeds. Do I have to wait for the plant to die completely? If we have a mild winter will the plants survive? Next year I will definatly use my 6ft tomatoe cages to support them, my tallest plants were well over 8 ft tall and fell over. It didnt hurt them, just looked unsightly.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

You don't have to wait for the entire plant to die back to harvest the seeds. The individual calyx should be completely dry before you remove it from the plant and harvest the seeds. Look for them to be a nice dark color. Roselle definitely needs support.

[@akdsolar]

A very tasty pickle is made with leaves. The pickle is called gongura in India.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Interesting. Thank you!

[@MrbB-xb3ow]

After you harvest do you take the plant out and grow a new one or do you just leave it

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

I pull my plants after several harvests and the end of each season, they are very sensitive to frost. I replant the following spring.

[@Stanly450]

Wow, thanks for the tips

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

You bet!

[@sandramaier2781]

Do you prune it to encourage new branches?

[@mezleona]

I just subscribe ! its jamaica! its also diuretic and great for us ladies! les acid than cranberry

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Nice.

[@sheenaolson9764]

I’m getting 4 roselle starts. How big of a garden bed, from garden in minutes, should I get?

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

I put 2 plants in each 4x8 beds. Use code Angela10 to save $10 off $100 or GITG5 to save 5 percent on any size order shrsl.com/3yanv

[@alt7837]

hi! absolutely fantastic video showing your roselle plants, just wanted to ask a few things. ive planted some in pots a few weeks ago and so far theyre growing good, but the stems are not red yet as ive seen many other roselle seedlings to be. i live in the philippines so its a perfect climate for roselle, except ive been scared to leave them out in the rain since its rainy season right now, so i have been alternating pulling them under a roof when it rains/at night and then putting them under the sun during a good day. thing is, i forget sometimes to put them out so they get about 5 and a half hours of afternoon sun when i do. is that why theyre not as red as they should be? im also not sure when to prune them, google doesnt tell me anything at what point during their growth to prune them. should i wait until theyre a lot bigger?

[@sreevanisolige606]

My plant flowers blooming and falling off.. what's the reason..any tips

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

That is the process. The flowers bloom and fall off and then the calyx surrounding the flower grows and develops into the part we harvest.

[@scmarih]

I love jamica! They are sold dried in mostly Latin markets here in So. Cal. What is the variety you grow? Where can I find seeds?

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

I'm growing the Thai Red from Southern Exposure Seed Exchange www.southernexposure.com/products/roselle-thai-red/

[@jennifer_loves_8766]

Look on Facebook marketplace .... I bought some online and it was not sorrel/roselle seeds... i got my two tree on Facebook

[@lms3847]

Hi, I harvested some of the blooms today, what can they be used for? They look so nice

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Not sure, but they are so pretty!

[@murrayscapes7218]

i love the video i want to learn to make tea and the Jamaica sorrel that you talk of. How do i do that? it is september and they are now starting to bloom can i take a few off now and make tea with it or do i wait till novemeber

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Pick it when the calyces are ready, whenever that is. This blogpost lists some recipes: growinginthegarden.com/how-to-use-roselle-hibiscus-5-tasty-recipes/

[@millicove]

Great video, thank you💕

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

You are so welcome!

[@kellyannd]

In most parts of the Caribbean (not spanish speaking), we call it Sorrel. I just picked some of mine. 😍

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Nice! Enjoy. I just picked more too. We sure enjoy them while they are in season.

[@kellyannd]

@Truthloveandlight Joy Hi! & yes it did :(

[@ConsciouslyEvolving]

What about the leaves. Where do you clip them

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Clip them anytime and anywhere - they come off pretty easily if you lift up on them.

[@lesleyfitzpatrick1711]

Can I grow one plant in a half barrel? What kind of sunlight/soil/water/ fertilizer should I use.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Yes, I did that last year and it did well. Basic container gardening principles apply: growinginthegarden.com/container-gardening-for-beginners-10-steps-for-success/

[@Bailey_West]

Hey Angela! I have a question about harvesting the calyxs: my Roselle flower petals are not fully retracting into the calyx, the petals get pinched off by the fleshy outer calyx before it can retract. Is it still okay to harvest or should I wait much longer?

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

I'm not sure exactly what you mean. Harvest by size. If you see the seed pod get large and begin to develop, then you've waited a little too long.

[@debbiehoffman9229]

where can I get a Roselle hibiscus plant or seeds? Ready and excited to plant some!!!

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Here are seeds: sh2543.ositracker.com/159509/9151/url_14551

[@mezleona]

were did you buy those trellis structures?

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

They are from twobrothersmetalworks.com

[@kgtropicalflavors]

Love the video. I've grown hibiscus long time ago, like years. I might grow it next year now. It's a great caribbean drink. Thanks for sharing.👍🏽

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

If you have the space, it really is pretty easy to grow. Thanks for watching.

[@mentaltoughness6365]

Is that what we call sorrel in the Caribbean ?

[@kgtropicalflavors]

@@mentaltoughness6365 Yes😁

[@mentaltoughness6365]

@@kgtropicalflavors thank you for answering my questions because the name used in the vid had me thinking it's a different plant

[@rachelsmith5770]

This is my first year growing roselle. I had some early blooms that have pulled into themselves. Are there any telltale signs that they are ready to harvest or do you go with the 10 day rule of thumb and hope for the best?

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Between 7-10 days after blooming is the best time to pick the calyces. It is time to harvest when the pointy red calyx around the seed pod is just over an inch wide. The seed pod is fully grown but still tender.

[@rachelsmith5770]

@@GrowingInTheGarden Thank you!

[@nunyabiznes33]

Are they perennials in tropical areas? If yes, when do I leave fruits for seeds?

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

They can be yes. You can leave any fruit on and most will develop into seeds if not picked.

[@nunyabiznes33]

@@GrowingInTheGarden would it die back once it set seed? Maybe I should take cuttings just in case?

[@NaavaRamirez]

The J is actually sounds more like an H in the Mexican restaurants here atleast we love it finally got a couple of plants thanks for sharing your growing process definitely helpful

[@mumbaibalconygardenerhobbies]

I don't know why but my Roselle flowers would bloom very early in the morning around day break and close much before the bees foraging time by 9 am or so . My growing season coincides with the time of the year that I get sun in my south facing balconies from September through March .

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Are fruits forming? My flowers often did the same thing, but then fruit did develop. The blooms are beautiful but short lived for sure.

[@mumbaibalconygardenerhobbies]

@@GrowingInTheGarden Yes fruits did form . I was hoping the flowers would stay open in the day atleast till early noon for bees to enjoy but alas they would shut early morning by 8 am 😅. Will tag you on insta .

[@helenlee1011]

Hi I love to grow Roselle plants, where I can get it I really like to buy

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Start from seed, here’s a link to the seeds sh2543.ositracker.com/159509/9151/url_14551

[@benmavubangoma2275]

Thank you In lingala it's called Ngaingai

[@yvonnele2977]

Can this plant grow in Canada? We has a short summer .

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

That might be difficult.

[@mellissacarman8672]

Will it make it thru a freeze?

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

no

[@craftandcookSG]

I live in a tropical climate meaning it's essentially summer all year long. Will roselle still die back and have to be replanted every year?

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Roselle can be a short lived perennial so it will survive year-round if it doesn't freeze.

[@LoraCreates]

Angela, I love your videos. Thank you so much. I've been trying to get Roselle to start from seed and am not having luck yet. I've tried direct sowing, soaking for a few hours before sowing, and scraping and sowing. So far, nothing. How long do they usually take to germinate? I'm wondering if I got a bad batch of seeds.

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

It can take a couple weeks (or more) mine that I direct seeded are just now popping up. They really like warm temperatures, soil temp plays a big part.

[@juliebongers4830]

Seed from a small company called Good Seed that I sowed in a hot green house with plenty of water came up in ~six days.

[@mimi4816]

I live in Globe and growing roselle 5 gallon my back yard from seed May 5th. It’s not bud at all! I don’t know why! Thanks

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

Hopefully soon!

[@medstudent585]

My rosella isn’t growing much, but it’s getting flowers, should I prune it even though it’s still short? Or do I wait for it to grow more?

[@GrowingInTheGarden]

I'd just let it go, don't prune it.

[@medstudent585]

@@GrowingInTheGarden okay!