- Rose of Sharon
Botanical name: hibiscus syriacus
Beginner friendly?: yes
Average size at maturity: up to 13 ft in height and 3 ft in width
Bloom time: summer and fall
Hardy zone: zones 5-9
Flower color: white, pink, red, purple
Foliage color: green
Growth rate: 1-2 ft per year
Pruning instructions: prune in the late winter/early spring before flowering begins
Propagation methods: propagate hardwood cuttings by mound or stool layering
Landscape use: hedging and screens
Light needs: at least 6 hours of sun per day
Special features: entirely edible
Watering instructions: prefers soil that is consistently moderately moist
Fertilizing instructions : fertilize in the early spring and continue monthly until early summer
Best time to plant: spring or fall
Best type of soil: loam, potting mix, peat moss
Companion plants: thyme, verbena, lavender
Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets
Invasive species: no
