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Confederate Rose Variegated (Hibiscus Mutabilis Var) - Gurhal
گڑھل
Hibiscus Mutabilis Var
Rs 2,000
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Confederate Rose Variegated (Gurhal / گڑھل) is a dependable deciduous shrub prized for its prolific red flowers in summer. It reaches an impressive height of 10 ft, thrives in full sun, needs moderate watering. Well-suited to Pakistan’s climate, it grows successfully in Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala.
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Category: Flowering Shrubs, Hedge Plants
Plant Details
- Flower Color
- Red
- Foliage Type
- Deciduous
- Bloom Season
- Summer
- Sun Exposure
- Full Sun
- Water Requirements
- Moderate
- Care Difficulty
- Beginner
- Location
- Outdoor
- Pet Child Safe
- Yes
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Purpose
- Decorative, Privacy Screen
- Heat Tolerance
- Yes
- Drought Tolerance
- No
- City Suitability
- Bahawalpur, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Hyderabad, Karachi, Lahore, Multan, Rahim Yar Khan, Sialkot, Sukkur
Description
Confederate Rose Variegated (Hibiscus Mutabilis Var), known in Pakistan as Gurhal (گڑھل) is a distinguished deciduous shrub that has earned its place in gardens across Pakistan. Prized for its red flowers that appear in summer and its attractive variegated foliage, this shrub is a valuable addition to any garden. This fast-growing deciduous plant reaches up to 10 ft at maturity, making it suitable for gardens of various sizes.
Plant Characteristics
- Botanical Name: Hibiscus Mutabilis Var
- Plant Type: Shrub
- Mature Height: 10 ft
- Flower Colour: Red
- Bloom Season: Summer
- Foliage: Deciduous (Variegated)
- Growth Rate: Fast
- Propagation: Semi-Hardwood Cuttings, Air Layering
Care and Growing Guide
- Sunlight: Full Sun
- Watering: Moderate: water when the top inch of soil feels dry
- Care Level: Beginner, easy to grow and ideal for beginners
- Pet & Child Safe: Yes, safe around pets and children
- Placement: Outdoor
How to Propagate Confederate Rose Variegated
Easily rooted from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer, or through air layering for larger plants.
Growing in Pakistan
Fully heat tolerant, this plant withstands Pakistan’s intense summer temperatures without difficulty. This plant thrives in the warm regions of Sindh and southern Punjab. It is not recommended for the cooler northern highlands such as Abbottabad, Swat, Quetta, or Gilgit, where winter frost can cause serious damage.
- Recommended Cities: Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala
- Heat Tolerance: Yes
- Drought Tolerance: No, requires consistent moisture
Why Choose Confederate Rose Variegated?
Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just starting out, Confederate Rose Variegated is an excellent choice because it works effectively as a privacy screen or natural hedge and requires minimal maintenance, perfect for new gardeners.
Buy Gurhal online at Plants.com.pk and have it delivered to your doorstep anywhere in Pakistan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Confederate Rose Variegated a good choice for a first-time gardener?
Absolutely! Confederate Rose Variegated is one of the easiest plants to care for and is perfect for first-time gardeners. Simply water when the soil feels dry and give it the right amount of sunlight, and it will reward you with healthy growth.
What is the ideal watering schedule for Confederate Rose Variegated?
Confederate Rose Variegated needs moderate watering. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, roughly every 4-5 days in summer and weekly in winter.
Does Confederate Rose Variegated need regular trimming or pruning?
Confederate Rose Variegated benefits from regular pruning to maintain a dense, hedge-like shape. Trim lightly after each flowering cycle and do a heavier shaping prune in late winter before new growth begins. Since it blooms in summer, avoid heavy pruning just before that period.
What months can I expect Confederate Rose Variegated to flower?
Confederate Rose Variegated blooms in summer, producing red flowers. In Pakistan, the peak flowering period runs from May through August.
Does Confederate Rose Variegated need direct sunlight?
Confederate Rose Variegated grows best in full sun. It handles direct Pakistani summer sun without problems, even in cities like Karachi, Multan, and Lahore where temperatures exceed 45 degrees.
