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Rose of Sharon

Hibiscus syriacus

Althea

About This Plant

Sun/partial-shade; deciduous with late-appearing leaves and pink, purple, blue, or white hibiscus flowers early summer through fall. It can be trained to hedge or specimen tree form. Prune in early spring since it blooms on new wood. High heat tolerance; a very old-fashioned garden plant well adapted to deep or sandy soils as long as they’re well drained.

Origins: East Asia

Maintenance

Since it blooms on new wood, spring pruning is helpful; training; some supplemental water may be appreciated in sun.

Known by either Rose of Sharon or Althea, this small tree hibiscus will flower all summer long.

Min. Height: 8

Max Height: 10 feet

Min. Width: 4

Max Width: 6 feet

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