Hibiscus Syriacus (Rose of Sharon) - Shrub - 60-80 cm / 2.0-2.6 ft - Rose mallow 'Totus Albus'
Hibiscus can be deciduous or evergreen shrubs, trees, annuals or perennials, with simple or palmately lobed leaves and large, funnel-shaped flowers over a long flowering season. The plant itself is hardy at H5 and is perfect for the British climate, needing only shelter in extreme weather conditions. The plant is prone to potential pests and diseases so take this into consideration. The plant needs plenty of full natural sunlight. Follow the advice of pruning group 1 for maintaining this plant.
Latin Name: Hibiscus Syriacus
English Name: Rose of Sharon, French Point
Species: Malvaceae
Genus: Hibiscus
Foliage Type: Deciduous
Foliage: Green
Flower: Red-White
Flowering Period: Summer-Autumn.
Suggested Location: Outdoor.
Suggested Soil Type: Well-drained, Moist but well-drained Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Suggested Exposure to Sunlight: Full Sun
Suggested Exposure to Weather: Sheltered
Hardiness Rating: High (H5)
Lowest Temperature Tolerance: -25 °C to -15 °C (-13 °F to 5 °F)
Growth Habit: Bushy
Pests: Aphids, mealybugs and thrips may be a problem
Diseases: Powdery mildews may be a problem
Cultivation: Grow in a moist but well-drained soil in a sheltered position in full sun
Propagation: Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings
Pruning: Pruning group 1
Suggested planting locations and garden types: Flower borders and beds Coastal Cottage & Informal Garden
Final Height: 1.5 m - 2.5 m (4.9 ft – 8.2 ft)
Final Sideways Spread: 1.5 m - 2.5 m (4.9 ft – 8.2 ft)
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