Red Gongura - Cranberry Hibiscus
Red Gongura - Cranberry Hibiscus
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Hibiscus acetosella. African rosemallow. Beautiful, tall plant with stunning red maple-shaped leaves and gorgeous pink flowers. Known for its sour taste that makes great chutneys, dals and meat dishes. This variant brings out the best color and texture. It needs full sun and warm weather to grow.
Quantity
100 seeds +-
Days to Harvest
40-50 days
Sowing Method
Direct Sow. Broadcast or line sow as a hedge. Thin as required.
Plant Spacing
12-24"
Seasons to Sow
Monsoon & Summer
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It's been a week since the seeds were sown. Some seeds are still germinating, so its clear they germinate slower than regular amaranthus varieties, evident by their bigger seed size. The seedlings are still green colored, hoping they'll turn red soon.