Species
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Rose Of Sharon
Hibiscus syriacus
An upright deciduous shrub with large hollyhock-like flowers from mid-summer to fall; leafs out late in spring. Blooms on new wood.
Sun
full sun (6+ hrs)
Water
moderate
Mature size
8-12 ft × 6-10 ft
Bloom
Large hollyhock-like flowers, mid-summer to fall.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 5–9
Care guide
Quick ID
Upright deciduous shrub (*Hibiscus syriacus*). Large hollyhock-like flowers mid-summer through fall.
Sun & Site
Full sun (6+ hrs); adaptable, well-drained soil.
Pruning & Shaping
Prune in late winter/early spring — it blooms on new wood, so hard pruning yields larger flowers. Leafs out late in spring.