Hibiscus sabdariffa (Roselle or Red Sorrel)

30 seeds

Hibiscus sabdariffa (Roselle / Red Sorrel)

• Sowing Time: Best from February to May when temperatures are 22–35°C.

• Seed Prep: Soak seeds in warm water for 12–24 hours before sowing.

• Soil: Use well-drained loamy soil rich in organic matter.

• Sowing Depth: Plant seeds 1–2 cm deep and cover lightly.

• Light: Requires full sun for strong growth.

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during early growth.

• Germination: In 7–14 days under warm conditions.

• Care: Thin seedlings to 50 cm apart; water regularly but avoid waterlogging.

• Blooming & Harvest: Flowers and calyces appear in late summer to autumn; harvest when red calyces are firm.