Hibiscus × rosa-sinensis ‘Dainty White’ – سفید چینی گلاب مکاو (Synonym: Hibiscus rosa-sinensis var. albus)

– Soft white blooms with a delicate pink blush, – Evergreen and lush all year round, – A tropical symbol of beauty and serenity

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🌿 Botanical Name: Hibiscus × rosa-sinensis ‘Dainty White’ (hi-BIS-kus roh-zuh-sy-NEN-sis)
🌿 Family: Malvaceae (mal-VAY-see-ee)

🧊 Hardiness Zone (USA): 9–11

📏 Height: 4–8 ft in garden settings; can reach up to 10 ft if left unpruned

🍃 Foliage:
Glossy, deep green ovate leaves, finely toothed
Evergreen in Lahore’s climate—provides lush greenery even in dry months

🌸 Flowering Period (Lahore/Punjab):
March to November, peaking in early summer and again after monsoon rains
Flowers bloom early in the day and often last only a day—but new buds appear constantly

🌼 Companion Plants:

• Plumbago auriculata

• Ixora coccinea

• Russelia equisetiformis

• Mussaenda philippica

• Lantana camara

🏡 Garden Usage:

• Perfect for flower borders, tropical corners, or as specimen shrubs

• Grows well in large containers on patios or verandahs

• Excellent hedge or screening plant if pruned regularly

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🍈 Fruition:
Rarely sets seed; mainly grown for its ornamental flowers
Fruits, if they occur, are small seed capsules with limited germination success

🌱 Soil: Prefers rich, loamy, and well-drained soil enriched with compost

⚖️ pH Value: Neutral to slightly acidic (6.0–7.0)

💧 Water: Moderate to high watering—keep soil consistently moist, especially in bloom season.   Avoid watering during monsoon,

🌡️ Temperature:
Thrives in warm, humid climates. Tolerates Lahore summers well. But may need protection from frost in Murree-like altitudes

☀️ Location Preference (sun or shade): Full sun to light filtered shade
Fewer blooms in heavy shade

🌾 Propagation: Semi-hardwood stem cuttings in spring or early monsoon.
Dip in rooting hormone and plant in moist sand/ compost mix.

🐛 Pesticides: Watch for whiteflies, aphids, mealybugs, and spider mites.
Control with neem spray, insecticidal soap, or diluted detergent

🌻 Fertilizers:
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer every 15–20 days during growing season
Organic compost or well-rotted manure works wonders around the root zone

🦋 Attractiveness to Wildlife:
Attracts butterflies, bees, and even sunbirds
Especially loved in pollinator gardens and for flower arrangements

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💡 Lahore Garden Note:
Hibiscus × rosa-sinensis ‘Dainty White’ is not only ideal for Lahore's climate, it thrives here with minimal care. Its delicate white blooms with a faint pink throat lend a refined look to tropical borders. Regular pruning ensures a neat shape and more blooms.

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🌼 May this graceful hibiscus bless your garden with serene white blossoms and soft green foliage through the seasons.