Latin Name: Hibiscus syriacus 'Rwoods5'
Height: 8 - 12 feet
Spread: 4 - 6 feet
Sunlight: Full Sun
Bloom Time: June to August
Hardiness Zone: 5-9
Description:Rose of Sharon Magenta Chiffon features an upright, vase-shaped habit. The dark red-pink flowers, with a powder puff resemblance, can be found blooming for months. It produces little to no seeds. Deadheading can promote further blooms but is not necessary. Prune in spring to shape, giving it little maintenance. Stems of flowers can be cut and used in arrangements. Rose of Sharon is often utilized as hedges, borders, and in landscape beds.
Attracts: Bees; Butterflies; Hummingbirds; Birds
Other Names: Shrub Althea
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