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Rose Mallow (Hibiscus Massachusetts) - Gurhal
گڑھل
Hibiscus Massachusetts
Rs 2,000
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Rose Mallow (Gurhal / گڑھل) is a versatile deciduous shrub that produces abundant pink blooms during summer. It reaches a moderate height of 8 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, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan, Abbottabad.
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Category: Flowering Shrubs, Hedge Plants
Plant Details
- Flower Color
- Pink
- 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
- Abbottabad, Bahawalpur, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Hyderabad, Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Mardan, Multan, Peshawar, Rahim Yar Khan, Rawalpindi, Sialkot, Sukkur
Description
Rose Mallow (Hibiscus Massachusetts), known in Pakistan as Gurhal (گڑھل) is a distinguished deciduous shrub that has earned its place in gardens across Pakistan. Prized for its pink flowers that appear in summer, this shrub is a valuable addition to any garden. This fast-growing deciduous plant reaches up to 8 ft at maturity, making it suitable for gardens of various sizes.
Plant Characteristics
- Botanical Name: Hibiscus Massachusetts
- Plant Type: Shrub
- Mature Height: 8 ft
- Flower Colour: Pink
- Bloom Season: Summer
- Foliage: Deciduous (Green)
- 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 Rose Mallow
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 hardy plant adapts well to nearly all regions of Pakistan, including the cooler areas of Abbottabad, Quetta, and the northern highlands. It handles both cold winters and warm summers.
- Recommended Cities: Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan, Abbottabad
- Heat Tolerance: Yes
- Drought Tolerance: No, requires consistent moisture
Why Choose Rose Mallow?
Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just starting out, Rose Mallow 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
Can a beginner grow Rose Mallow successfully?
Absolutely! Rose Mallow 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.
How often should I water Rose Mallow in Pakistan’s climate?
Rose Mallow needs moderate watering. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, roughly every 4-5 days in summer and weekly in winter.
Does Rose Mallow need regular trimming or pruning?
Rose Mallow 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 Rose Mallow to flower?
Rose Mallow blooms in summer, producing pink flowers. In Pakistan, the peak flowering period runs from May through August.
Does Rose Mallow need direct sunlight?
Rose Mallow 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.
