Hibiscus minor, a perennial semi-shrub of Malvaceae, is also called mini-Hibiscus, South African Hibiscus, delicate Hibiscus, pseudo-Hibiscus, mini-Hibiscus and star anise. Most of Taiwan Province Province calls it Yulinglong and Linglong Fusang. Originated in hillside or hilly areas in southern Africa, it has been introduced and cultivated in some areas of China.

Little hibiscus likes sunny environment. The optimum growth temperature is 15-25℃. I prefer wet ones. The cultivation substrate should be soil with good air permeability and drainage, which is generally available in the market. It can also be made of mountain mud with a small amount of river sand and organic fertilizer, instead of clay.

Hibiscus is a very pruning-resistant flower. Pruning can shape and promote plant regeneration. Because small hibiscus flowers are resistant to pruning, there is no need to worry about cutting them if they are generally trimmed.

When pruning small hibiscus, there are mainly two ways: heavy cutting and light cutting.

Little hibiscus was cut again, mainly in autumn and winter. Re-cutting hibiscus is mainly to promote plant regeneration. When pruning, the branches above the ground 10cm can be cut off.

Small hibiscus flowers are lightly cut, usually during the growing period or after bloom. When cutting lightly, you can cut off one third of the branches of the little hibiscus. When cutting hard, you can shape the plants of Hibiscus into your favorite shape according to your own preferences, which is more beautiful.

In addition, all dead branches, pests and weak branches can be cut off in spring, which can reduce the occurrence of pests and diseases and is conducive to the renewal of plants and make them grow healthier.