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.