Species: Hibiscus syriacus
(hye-bis'cus si-ri-a'cus)
Rose-of -Sharon; Shrub Althaea
Found on Course Walks
Map of plant locations
(Plant location data may be incomplete)
In Collection(s):
None Listed
Cultivars
Many varieties of this species. Selection is based mainly around flower type, size, color, etc. Because seedling production can be a maintenance issue in some varieties, plants with low fruit/seed production are desirable.
'Aphrodite', 'Ardens', 'Blue Bird', 'Blue Satin', 'Blushing Bride', 'Boule de Feu', 'Diana', 'Helene', 'Lavender Chiffon', 'Meehanii', 'Minerva', 'Minrosa', 'Peoniflora', 'Pink Giant', 'Purple Pillar', 'Purpureus Variegatus', 'Sanchoyo', 'Tri-color'Ornamental Characteristics
Shrub > 8 feet
8' - 12' (spread 6' - 10')
Deciduous
full sun or partial shade
Environmental Characteristics
Full sun, Part shade
5b
Can tolerate acid to alkaline soil (pH 5.0 to 8.0)
flowers in late summer when few other woody plants are in bloom
Consistently moist, well-drained soil; Occasional periods of dry soil
See graphic below
Insect Disease
No diseases listed
Bare Root Transplanting
Other
Native to China and India
Moisture Tolerance Graphic
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