Rose Of Sharon, Shrub Althaea
Hibiscus Syriacus
Overview
The Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus) is a deciduous shrub revered for its late summer bloom. Typically reaching 8-12 ft in height with a 6-10 ft spread, it showcases a profusion of large, trumpet-shaped flowers in hues of pink, white, or purple. This versatile, low-maintenance plant thrives in full sun to partial shade, bringing a long-lasting, exotic flair to temperate landscapes in USDA zones 5 to 9.
Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 5–8Type ShrubClimate Temperate
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Medium
- USDA zones
- 5–8
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Shrub
- Family
- Malvaceae
- Climate
- Temperate
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