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Double Petal Cotton Rose (Sthal Poddo / Hibiscus Mutabilis) Changeable Colour Flower Plant

Product Features and Characteristics

The Hibiscus mutabilis, known as the Cotton Rose or Sthal Poddo, is a fascinating ornamental shrub or small tree renowned for its unique floral display. This offering is a Double Petal (Land Lotus) variety.

• Botanical Name: Hibiscus mutabilis
• Type: Double Petal Flower Plant/Shrub (1-2 Feet Size)
• Suitability: Thrives across most Indian climates and soil types. Excellent for both ground planting and container gardening.

The Flower: A Changeable Display

The Cotton Rose is famous for its large, beautiful flowers that change colour as they age, often within a single day.

• Flower Colour Change: Flowers typically open white or pale pink in the morning and deepen to a rich pink, magenta, or near-red by the evening of the same day or over a few days.
• Bloom Appearance: This is a showy double-petaled variety, giving the bloom a voluminous, ruffled, 'land lotus' appearance.
• Blooming Season: Typically flowers profusely from late summer through autumn, bringing vibrant colour to the garden.

Essential Care Guide for Indian Climates

Sunlight Needs

This plant requires adequate light to produce abundant flowers and showcase its colour-changing feature.

• Sunlight: Prefers full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sun) to thrive and produce the most dramatic color changes. Can tolerate partial afternoon shade, especially in extremely hot regions.

Watering and Soil

• Soil: Plant in fertile, humus-rich, well-draining soil. It can adapt to various soil types but prefers a slight acidity.
• Watering: Requires regular and consistent watering. Keep the soil consistently moist, particularly during the peak growing and flowering season, but ensure it is never waterlogged.

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