'Red Heart' Rose of Sharon | Hibiscus syriacus
The Red Heart Hardy Hibiscus puts on a stunning display of large blooms from late summer all through the fall. The big flowers are pure white, with a red center that radiates out with thin red lines. It blooms profusely, on a shrub that can be 10 feet tall or more if untrimmed, making it perfect for a lawn specimen, the back of shrub beds, as a flowering hedge, or in tubs or pots, where it will remain more compact. It thrives in city and country alike, and is invaluable for late color in every garden.
Grow the Red Heart Hardy Hibiscus in full sun for the best results, although some partial shade is tolerated well. Any well-drained soil, or all types, is fine, but avoid wet areas. Once established it is very drought tolerant, and it thrives in heat, humidity and tough locations. A spring pruning will keep it vigorous and compact, and since it blooms on new stems, any winter damage is unimportant. Pests, diseases and deer normally ignore this easy-care plant.
Description
The Red Heart Hardy Hibiscus puts on a stunning display of large blooms from late summer all through the fall. The big flowers are pure white, with a red center that radiates out with thin red lines. It blooms profusely, on a shrub that can be 10 feet tall or more if untrimmed, making it perfect for a lawn specimen, the back of shrub beds, as a flowering hedge, or in tubs or pots, where it will remain more compact. It thrives in city and country alike, and is invaluable for late color in every garden.
Grow the Red Heart Hardy Hibiscus in full sun for the best results, although some partial shade is tolerated well. Any well-drained soil, or all types, is fine, but avoid wet areas. Once established it is very drought tolerant, and it thrives in heat, humidity and tough locations. A spring pruning will keep it vigorous and compact, and since it blooms on new stems, any winter damage is unimportant. Pests, diseases and deer normally ignore this easy-care plant.
