Lucy Rose of Sharon is a late-summer blooming Hibiscus that is not only surprisingly gorgeous, but also among the most resilient ornamental flowering shrubs grown today. The outline of the light-pink blossoms are of a classic and simple floral beauty, yet the ruffled petals contained in the heart of these flowers add just the perfect touch of modern elegance to this plant. These fluffy light-pink flowers actually bloom double as well, meaning that for every flower bud which appears, 2-flowers blossom together. The serrated light-green leaves are quite similar to and of the same pattern as oak leaves, providing the perfect ornamental backdrop to these diamond-shaped blossoms. Lucy Rose of Sharon blossoms may appear delicate, but the truth is, they are anything but fragile. This hardy shrub is highly deer-resistant, heat and drought tolerant, cold-hardy down to minus 15°F, as well as tolerant of high humidity. This flowering shrub is highly resistant to the spots and mildew which occur on most shrubs in climates with high humidity. All too often, spring flowers get the most attention of all since they signal the shift to warmer temperatures and vibrant summer colors. If you're looking to extend the colorful floral shows in your landscape past the typical spring timeline, without adding extra maintenance to your landscaping routine, then the Lucy Rose of Sharon Hibiscus is perfect for you.
| Mature Height (in.) | 96 |
|---|---|
| Mature Width (in.) | 48 |
| Additional Characteristics | Deer Resistant,Disease Resistant,Drought Tolerant,Erosion Control,Insect Resistant,Prepotted,Salt Tolerant |
| Annual / Perennial | Perennial |
| Average Shipping Height (in.) | 12 |
| Best Time to Plant | Fall to Spring |
| Blossom Color | Lavender |
| Botanical Name | Hibiscus syriacus |
| Common Name | Hibiscus |
| Evergreen or Deciduous | Deciduous |
| Fragrance | Fragrant |
| Growth Habit | Shrub |
| Hardiness Zone | 5 (-20 to -10 F),6 (-10 to 0 F),7 (0 to 10 F),8 (10 to 20 F),9 (20 to 30 F) |
| Mature Size | Large |
| Optimal Soil Condition | Neutral |
| Recommended Space Between Plantings (in.) | 36 |
| Returnable | 90-Day |
| Shipped As | Container |
| Sun Tolerance | Sun or Shade |
| Water Requirements | Medium Light |
| Wildlife Attracted | Bees,Birds,Bluebirds,Butterflies,Cardinals,Hummingbirds,Pollinators,Robins,Sparrows |
| Wildlife Deterred | Deer,Insects,Mice,Mosquitos,Rabbits,Raccoons,Rodents,Spiders,Squirrels |