Rose of Sharon, Shrub Althea

Scientific Name
Hibiscus syriacus
Credit

Sharon A. Yiesla

Last Review
Features

Large flowers in late summer (flowers may be single or double; white, red, purple or pink).

Culture

Full sun to partial shade; moist, well-drained soil; tolerant of alkaline soils.

Notes

Annual pruning in early spring will improve flowering.

Plant Type
Minimum Height
Height Value
9.00
Height Unit
Feet
Maximum Height
Height Value
12.00
Height Unit
Feet
Minimum Width
Width Value
6.00
Width Unit
Feet
Maximum Width
Width Value
10.00
Width Unit
Feet
Mature Form

Upright to slightly spreading

Native Regions, Text

China, India

Soil Conditions
Tolerances
Foliage Color
Fall Foliage Color
Images
Image
Rose of Sharon flowers
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18481
Image
Rose of Sharon form
picID
18482
Image
Rose of Sharon leaves
picID
18483
Image
Rose of Sharon,  flower of the cultivar 'Red Heart'
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18484
Size
Exposure (Outdoor)
PlantID
400