US 'Lunar Red'

Hibiscus moscheutos 'Luna Red'

Hibiscus moscheutos 'Luna Red' is a perennial herbaceous plant with attractive red flowers, primarily used for garden decoration. The following describes the growth characteristics, propagation methods, cultivation techniques, garden uses, and important pests and diseases and control methods for this variety.

Growth Characteristics
- Flowers: Large red flowers bloom from summer to autumn.
- Size: Grows to approximately 90 to 120 cm when mature.
- Leaves: Has large, oval, dark green leaves.
- Growing Conditions: Likes sunlight and prefers well-drained soil.

Propagation Methods
- Seeds: Can be germinated by sowing indoors in the spring at slightly warm temperatures.
- Cuttings: Stem cuttings can be used in the summer; using a rooting solution helps with rooting.
- Division: Mature plants can be divided and planted. Cultivation Method
- Sunlight: Requires at least 6 hours of sunlight per day.
- Watering: Needs sufficient moisture, but be careful not to overwater.
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil is ideal.
- Fertilizer: Provide a balanced liquid fertilizer regularly during the growing season.

Garden Use
- 'Luna Red' is excellent as a focal point in flowerbeds and harmonizes well with various other summer flowers.
- It is well-suited for moist locations such as watersides or open-air gardens.
- It can also be grown on terraces or verandas by planting it in a large pot.

Important Pests and Control Methods
- Pests: Aphids and leafhoppers may occur. Control them using broad-spectrum insecticides.
- Diseases: Leaf mold and rust may occur; therefore, spray preventive agents regularly and ensure good ventilation by avoiding overcrowding.
- Other: Improving soil drainage and avoiding overwatering are important for preventing diseases. I hope you can successfully raise 'Luna Red' based on this information.

Plant Family	Malvaceae
Height	60~90cm
Spread	30~60cm
Colors	red
Bloom Period	July~August
Water Needs	commonly
Exposure	Sunny
Freezing Resistance	-20°C

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