Bring vibrant life to your garden with the Green Roselle Plant (Hibiscus Sabdariffa), also known as Jamaican Sorrel or Gongura. This live plant, measuring 6 to 12 inches, is perfect for gardening enthusiasts, culinary explorers, and anyone looking to enhance their outdoor spaces. Delivered in a 4-inch pot or as an 8-12 inch cutting, the plant is packaged with moist moss for safe transit.
The Green Roselle plant grows lush green leaves and stunning red flowers, reaching up to 5-6 feet when mature. The leaves and fruits are edible and widely used in Indian and Southeast Asian cuisine. The tangy leaves add flavor to salads when raw or enrich stews and curries when cooked.
Upon arrival, place the plant in potting soil and keep it in the shade for the first 4 weeks to ensure recovery. Over time, it thrives in full sunlight, adding beauty and utility to your garden. While the plant may lose some leaves during shipping, it’s a hardy species that regenerates with proper care within a month.
This live Green Roselle plant is ideal for culinary use, as a decorative garden centerpiece, or even as a thoughtful gift for plant lovers.
Key Features and Benefits:
- Plant Type: Live Green Roselle Hibiscus (Hibiscus Sabdariffa) in 4-inch pot or cutting.
- Size: Healthy plant, 6-12 inches tall; grows up to 5-6 feet.
- Edible Leaves and Fruits: Perfect for Southeast Asian and Indian cuisines.
- Condition: Hardy plant, resilient during transit, and easy to grow.
- Usage: Great for cooking, garden décor, and landscaping projects.
Usage Ideas:
- Culinary Delight: Add flavor to your salads, stews, or curries with fresh leaves.
- Garden Decor: Vibrant green foliage and red flowers create a stunning visual impact.
- Landscaping: Ideal for tropical-themed gardens or edible landscaping.
- Gift: A thoughtful gift for gardening enthusiasts or culinary adventurers.
FAQs:
- How do I care for the plant upon arrival?
Place it in potting soil and keep it in full shade for 4 weeks for recovery. Once healthy, move to full sunlight. - Can I eat the leaves or flowers?
Yes, the leaves and flowers are edible and widely used in cooking, particularly in Southeast Asian and Indian dishes. - What if the plant loses leaves during shipping?
Some leaf loss during transit is normal. With proper care, the plant will regenerate within a month. - How tall does this plant grow?
The Green Roselle plant can reach a height of 5-6 feet under optimal conditions. - Can I grow it indoors?
While it’s best suited for outdoor gardens, you can grow it indoors with sufficient sunlight or grow lights.