Hibiscus syriacus (Rose of Sharon)
Botanical Information
| Family | Malvaceae |
| Genus | Hibiscus |
| Species | syriacus |
| Category | Tropicals |
| Type | Shrub (deciduous) |
| Origin | Eastern Asia. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 5 - 9 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 4a |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 - H3 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | (-32) - (-1) |
| Temperature (°F) | (-25) - 30 |
| Height | 2-4 m |
| Growth | Medium |
| Flowering Period | July, August, September |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | This beautiful late flowering shrub, with its large, round and colourful flowers and sweet nectar which attracts hummingbirds, this magnificent plant brings a tropical feel to any landscape. Hibiscus syriacus is the national flower of Korea. |
| Landscape | Boarders and containers, excellent ornamental plant. |
| Propagation | Sow seed early spring in a greenhouse, once large enough place into individual pots and leave in the greenhouse for their first year. Plant in permanent positions late spring or early summer. |
| Cultivation | Well drained soil in full sun or partial shade. |
| Habitat | Found on mountain slopes. |
| Flower Description | Beautiful round flowers, blue, lavender, purple, red and white in colour. |
Photographs
Hibiscus syriacus 'Blue Bird'.
Hibiscus syriacus 'Minerva'.
Hibiscus syriacus 'Lucy'.