Question
Hi,
Why is my Hybiscus loosing budds and open  flowers?
I can`t see any insects? It`s still in the container from the store its 4 ft tall.I just took it home Sat, I plan to put it in a large pot to be kept in our Lanai {outdoor screen area} we`re in Southwest Fla.
Thankyou

Answer
Dear Bob, If you don't see any aphids or thrips (tiny bugs on the blooms and buds), then the problem is probably that you don't have it in a sunny enough area.  You say you just took it home from the store: often the shock from a change in environment will cause this.  Make sure you have it in a very sunny area, water it frequently to avoid having it dry out or wilt, and fertilize it lightly during the times when it is actively growing and blooming.  Give it a little time to adjust from the shock, and so long as you were sold a healthy plant, it should recover.  Melissa