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| Common Name: |
Rose of Sharon, Althaea, Shrub Althaea |
| Botanical
Name: |
Hibiscus syriacus |
| Type: |
Deciduous shrub or small tree |
| Soil
Preference: |
This plant
tolerates some drought, occasional wetness and some salt and will also grow in dry to wet
soils but prefers well-drained, loamy, sandy or clay soils with a pH of acidic to slightly
alkaline
(6.8 - 7.7) |
| Light
Requirements: |
Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Attributes: |
Naturalizing,
Attracts birds, Attracts butterflies |
| Pests: |
Aphids may cover the leaves
with sticky honeydew. Japanese beetles have been known to snack on the flowers in our
region. |
| Diseases: |
Leaf spots can infect the
foliage. Canker can kill branches or entire plants. Flowers may be infected with a blight
caused by a fungus. |
| Care: |
Pruning is not necessary for
flower production. Fertilize with Plant-tone approximately April 1st, May 20th,
July 4th, August 15th & October 30th. Keep granular fertilizers off foliage and
away from stems and trunks. Use 1/2 the recommended rate of fertilizer for new
plantings. Planting Instructions: Trees &
Shrubs |
| Varieties:
This variety listing is for
informational purposes only,
it is not a catalog.
To view our catalog or availability, click
here
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Hibiscus
syriacus 'Blue Marlin'
Rose of Sharon
zones 5-8
|
| Description:
Selected for it's excellent blue color seldom found in other summer blooming
shrubs. 'Blue Marlin' is a vigorous, upright grower. |
| Bloom Color: |
Blue |
| Bloom Time: |
June-Frost |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
8-12' |
| Spread: |
4-5' |
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Hibiscus
syriacus 'Diana'
Rose of Sharon
zones 5-9
|
| Description: A triploid with large pure white flowers that remain open at
night; the foliage is a waxy dark green. A National
Arboretum release in 1970. |
| Bloom Color: |
White |
| Bloom Time: |
June-Frost |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
8-10' |
| Spread: |
6-10' |
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Photo courtesy of Bailey Nurseries/
First Editions |
Hibiscus
syriacus First Editions® 'Bali'
Rose of Sharon
zones 5-8
|
| Description:
A glimpse of paradise blooms from July 'til September. Semi-double pure
white flowers are highlighted with a bold purple red center. Bred and
introduced by Minier Nursery in France. |
| Bloom Color: |
White |
| Bloom Time: |
Summer |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
5-8' |
| Spread: |
4-7' |
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Photo courtesy of Bailey Nurseries/
First Editions |
Hibiscus
syriacus First Editions® 'Fiji'
Rose of Sharon
zones 5-8
|
| Description:
The color and texture will bring to mind beautiful exotic islands. Buds are
medium pink and give way to semi-double flowers which slowly fade to light
pink. A splash of deep red colors the center. |
| Bloom Color: |
White/Pink |
| Bloom Time: |
Summer |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
5-8' |
| Spread: |
4-7' |
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Hibiscus
syriacus 'Helene'
Rose of Sharon
zones 5-9
|
| Description: White flowers with a reddish-purple blush at the base. |
| Bloom Color: |
White |
| Bloom Time: |
June-Frost |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
6-10' |
| Spread: |
10-15' |
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Hibiscus
syriacus 'Jeanne d' Arc'
Rose of Sharon
zones 5-9
|
| Description: Double white flowers. |
| Bloom Color: |
White |
| Bloom Time: |
June-Frost |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
10-12' |
| Spread: |
6-12' |
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Hibiscus
syriacus 'Lavender Chiffon'
Rose of Sharon
zones 5-9 |
| Description: New! Large, single lavender flowers adorned with a lacy
center to create an anemone-like bloom. You'll also appreciate this plants strong
growth |
| Bloom Color: |
Lavender |
| Bloom Time: |
June-Frost |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
8-10' |
| Spread: |
5-6' |
|
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Photo courtesy of Bailey Nurseries
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Hibiscus
syriacus 'Lucy'
Rose of Sharon
zones 5-9
|
| Description: Double light red blooms in late summer. |
| Bloom Color: |
Light Red |
| Bloom Time: |
June-Frost |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
8-12' |
| Spread: |
8-12' |
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Hibiscus
syriacus 'Minerva'
Rose of Sharon
zones 5-9
|
| Description: Lavender flowers with dark red eyes. |
| Bloom Color: |
Lavender |
| Bloom Time: |
June-Frost |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
10-15' |
| Spread: |
6-10' |
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Hibiscus
syriacus 'Pink Chiffon'
Rose of Sharon
zones 5-9
|
| Description:
This one has the same flower power and soft, graceful stems of other Chiffon
varieties, but with large, soft pink flowers. A strong grower and a heavy
bloomer from July through September. Deer resistant. |
| Bloom Color: |
Pink |
| Bloom Time: |
June-Frost |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
8-12' |
| Spread: |
6-7' |
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Hibiscus
syriacus 'Pink Giant'
Rose of Sharon
zones 5-9
|
| Description:
Pink Giant bears brilliant pink flowers with deep red markings from late
summer until mid-fall. Should be grown in full sun, though partial shade is
tolerated. This plant requires no pruning, unless you need to remove a dead
or damaged branch. |
| Bloom Color: |
Pink |
| Bloom Time: |
June-Frost |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
8-10' |
| Spread: |
8-10' |
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Hibiscus
syriacus 'Red Heart'
Rose of Sharon
zones 5-9
|
| Description: Large shrub or small tree with medium green foliage producing
single white flowers with a red center. |
| Bloom Color: |
White w/red center |
| Bloom Time: |
June-Frost |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
10-15' |
| Spread: |
6-10' |
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Hibiscus
syriacus 'White Chiffon' TM
Rose of Sharon
zones 5-9
|
| Description: New! Breathtaking! Large, single white flowers
adorned with a lacy center to create an anemone-like bloom. You'll also appreciate
this plants strong growth |
| Bloom Color: |
White |
| Bloom Time: |
June-Frost |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
10-15' |
| Spread: |
6-10' |
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Hibiscus
syriacus 'Woodbridge'
Rose of Sharon
zones 5-9
|
| Description: Very erect, upright deciduous shrub or tree. Large
rosy-pink flowers with red center. Blooms summer to fall. |
| Bloom Color: |
Pink |
| Bloom Time: |
June-Frost |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
10-15' |
| Spread: |
6-10' |
