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Hibiscus (Oiseau Bleu)

Colin7Colin7 Posts: 39
in Problem solving
Sturdy young plant received mid Jan but advised to keep it indoors due to extreme cold. Intended for outdoor planter,  mid Derbys. However, due to warm kitchen, it's started to bud. I'm told they don't develop leaves untill late spring.
My question is, will the new buds be damaged if I put it outside now ? This type is hardy.
Advice appreciated. Thanx

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  • ObelixxObelixx Posts: 30,090
    Yes, they will.   Try moving it to a cooler room but not where there is a possibility of frost.   There's a reason some plants don't open new buds till later in spring - frost avoidance - even tho the main plants can survive frosts when it's dormant.
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