Deciduous Shrubs – 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