Awesome video, thx for sharing fantastic uses for the Roselle, luv it, will definitely be on this journey of discovery, regards from cape town south africa
I’m so excited too! I don’t know why I didn’t immediately plant them when I got them from y’all. Methinks I was too tired from diabetes and spinal issues. I may try to plant a few seeds now, Zone 9 a-b. I can see how far I can get with them and bring them inside under lights. Pardon my rambling. lol 💜
First year the gophers killed my Roselles. Second year planted in gopher cages they had a few tiny blooms starting. This year plants thrived but only about 4' tall and zero blooms. Next year I will plant them earlier in the season. I really really want to harvest some.
What a great vid series. Thank you for sharing you're informative Roselle uses. We're growing young plants this year, so hopefully we can try this as well.
That's beautiful. I have tried to grow that for two years...yeah, frost got me both years. I'm watching for you to carry the Thai variety which I hear blooms in Aug.
Sheila that info on the fiber of the trunk is very interesting! I was looking at the trunks of mine the other day trying to think of a use for the stalk after the frost get the plant. I've watched this video more than once and each time I hear something I don't remember hearing before or had forgot you said in the video! I made a video earlier this month around my homestead and part of it shows my huge Roselle bushes. My trunks have to be at least 2" diameter. This is my second year growing roselle. Today is 9-23-23 and this time last year I had been growing two plants for the first time growing Roselle, I had bought seed from Hoss in 2021 and planted just two in pots then out into the yard. This year I used that same packet of seeds and I grew 6 bushes, I planted them 2' apart in my field garden area next to my okra. They have grown together like one big hedge! I wish the frost didn't kill them because I'd plant them all along my perimeter for a lovely hedge! I'm wondering if I build a small makeshift greenhouse over the top of my roselle I wonder if I can over winter them. I'm in 8b northwest Florida. The frost got my rosell last year. I'm tempted to experiment and dig one of the bushes up this year and plant in big container and bring in the house! I might just do that!
I planted mine from seeds that I dug out of the bottom of a bulk bin at a food store. I planted the seeds in Jan, gave them bottom heat, light like starting and warm season transplant. In Feb. I planted them into the soil after covering the mound with black plastic to heat the soil. My only issue was here in AZ zone 9 we get high winds with the monsoons. I lost 2 of the 3 to wind, the survivor was wind blocked, got lots of flowers, note, they like good soil, lot of moisture, this year I'm planning on planting in a tomatoes cage for support and support the cage with rebar.
I have a question for anyone who has experience. I have grown these 3 summers (first two were in my poly tunnel), and this year started them in side as I always do & planted outside in a raised bed. They were a little root-bound, but fine. I never got a single bloom this summer! We had a drought, so I watered almost every day. We had voles get about half of my plants' roots, but I don't understand why I never got any blooms? I even added some miracle bloom booster when I hadn't gotten any by August. They didn't even try to bloom. What can I do to help that along?
Since they are daylight sensitive, they would not have started blooming till October. Insufficient sunlight: Roselle needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day to flower properly. Incorrect watering: Both overwatering and underwatering can stress the plant and prevent blooming. Temperature extremes: While roselle likes warm temperatures, extreme heat can hinder flowering. Nutrient imbalances: Lack of essential nutrients can affect bud development. Day length sensitivity: Most roselle varieties require long days to initiate flowering, so planting too early might delay blooming. Pest damage: Pests can damage the plant and prevent flower production.
In jamaica we call it sorrel 😋 drink
Awesome video, thx for sharing fantastic uses for the Roselle, luv it, will definitely be on this journey of discovery, regards from cape town south africa
So looking forward to how you preserve and use this plant!
Very soon!
I’m so excited too! I don’t know why I didn’t immediately plant them when I got them from y’all. Methinks I was too tired from diabetes and spinal issues. I may try to plant a few seeds now, Zone 9 a-b. I can see how far I can get with them and bring them inside under lights. Pardon my rambling. lol 💜
I was given seeds through a swap so im excited to grow then in indiana
WOW, NOW THAT IS GOOD NEWS REGARDING BEING HELPFUL FOR THOSE WITH TYPE 2 DIABETES, I NEED TO CHECK ON THIS. THANK YOU, MOMMA HOSS,
I’ve always enjoyed Sorrel when visiting my grandparents family in Jamaica around the holidays. I’ve decided to grow some this year in Easley, SC.
First year the gophers killed my Roselles. Second year planted in gopher cages they had a few tiny blooms starting. This year plants thrived but only about 4' tall and zero blooms. Next year I will plant them earlier in the season. I really really want to harvest some.
What a great vid series. Thank you for sharing you're informative Roselle uses. We're growing young plants this year, so hopefully we can try this as well.
Best of luck!
Beautiful video! Thanks for sharing ❤
Thank you too!
Looking good Ms. Sheila! Those plants are beautiful!
Thanks so much
That's beautiful. I have tried to grow that for two years...yeah, frost got me both years. I'm watching for you to carry the Thai variety which I hear blooms in Aug.
That’s an absolutely amazing display of your beautiful rosel ❤
Thanks Andrew
Perfect thank you. I am going to go ahead and harvest mine. I was waiting to see blooms but I'm just seeing the the spent blooms.
Glad it was helpful!
I needed this video! Mine are just becoming ready this week and I wasn’t entirely sure how to do it! Thanks Mama Hoss!
You are so welcome!
WOW! I can't wait to watch all the coming videos! Much Love and Blessings
Yay! Thank you!
Love it, Mama!😀🙌 Can't wait to see all the hibiscus goodies! 👑🤗💗
Coming soon!
Had buds, but lst frost killed it. I dont think we have enough warm days here in Southern MD zone 7A 😒
Frost got mine too this year. Last year's they did well.
THANK YOU!
You're welcome!
I grew this too but mine looks a little different I wonder why that is
Sheila that info on the fiber of the trunk is very interesting! I was looking at the trunks of mine the other day trying to think of a use for the stalk after the frost get the plant. I've watched this video more than once and each time I hear something I don't remember hearing before or had forgot you said in the video! I made a video earlier this month around my homestead and part of it shows my huge Roselle bushes. My trunks have to be at least 2" diameter. This is my second year growing roselle. Today is 9-23-23 and this time last year I had been growing two plants for the first time growing Roselle, I had bought seed from Hoss in 2021 and planted just two in pots then out into the yard. This year I used that same packet of seeds and I grew 6 bushes, I planted them 2' apart in my field garden area next to my okra. They have grown together like one big hedge! I wish the frost didn't kill them because I'd plant them all along my perimeter for a lovely hedge! I'm wondering if I build a small makeshift greenhouse over the top of my roselle I wonder if I can over winter them. I'm in 8b northwest Florida. The frost got my rosell last year. I'm tempted to experiment and dig one of the bushes up this year and plant in big container and bring in the house! I might just do that!
Did it work?!?!?
I live in zone 9 when would I start Rosel? Yours looks so beautiful! I’m excited about watching this series. Thank you Mrs Hoss
Thank you, plant in the spring for a fall harvest.
I planted mine from seeds that I dug out of the bottom of a bulk bin at a food store.
I planted the seeds in Jan, gave them bottom heat, light like starting and warm season transplant. In Feb. I planted them into the soil after covering the mound with black plastic to heat the soil.
My only issue was here in AZ zone 9 we get high winds with the monsoons.
I lost 2 of the 3 to wind, the survivor was wind blocked, got lots of flowers, note, they like good soil, lot of moisture, this year I'm planning on planting in a tomatoes cage for support and support the cage with rebar.
I have a question for anyone who has experience. I have grown these 3 summers (first two were in my poly tunnel), and this year started them in side as I always do & planted outside in a raised bed. They were a little root-bound, but fine. I never got a single bloom this summer! We had a drought, so I watered almost every day. We had voles get about half of my plants' roots, but I don't understand why I never got any blooms? I even added some miracle bloom booster when I hadn't gotten any by August. They didn't even try to bloom. What can I do to help that along?
Since they are daylight sensitive, they would not have started blooming till October.
Insufficient sunlight: Roselle needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day to flower properly.
Incorrect watering: Both overwatering and underwatering can stress the plant and prevent blooming.
Temperature extremes: While roselle likes warm temperatures, extreme heat can hinder flowering.
Nutrient imbalances: Lack of essential nutrients can affect bud development.
Day length sensitivity: Most roselle varieties require long days to initiate flowering, so planting too early might delay blooming.
Pest damage: Pests can damage the plant and prevent flower production.
Mine are growing good but i started noticed some redish/yellowing on the leaves. Is that something you experienced? What should i do about it?
No, have not had that issue. I would fertilize them with some 20-20-20.