Tree Descriptions
Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus)
| Height: |
8-10’ |
| Width: |
6-8’ |
| Growth Rate: |
moderate |
| Soil: |
sand, loam, clay |
| Moisture: |
moist |
| Shade Tolerance: |
sun |
| Bloom Time: |
July-September |
| Flower Color: |
white, purple |
| Uses: |
ornamental |
| Spacing: |
6’ x 6’ |
| Habitat: |
Prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun.
Tolerates various soil types, pH, soil compaction, drought,
heavy pruning, and pollution. |
| Notes: |
Adaptable to various soil conditions. |
This ornamental multi-stemmed shrub has large (2-4”) pink
flowers that bloom from July through September.
Annual pruning will result in increased shoot vigor and
larger flowers. It may also be necessary to periodically
remove stems that are winter killed. Rose of Sharon is
native to China and India.
