Hibiscus, syr, Blue Chiffon - #5 PW

Blue Chiffon® Rose of Sharon

Hibiscus syriacus

Features

Unusual blue flowers for the late summer garden.

Blue Chiffon has the same vigorous growth and lacy blooms as the rest of the Chiffon® series, but with a shocking blue color. Each is adorned with a lacy center to create an anemone-like bloom. Bold yet delicate, Blue Chiffon® is a star in the garden from late summer to fall. The distinctive flower color complements many popular late summer perennials.

**Shrub arrives dormant in a 5-gallon pot**

Top reasons to grow Blue Chiffon rose of Sharon:

• Refined, rounded habit with soft, elegant stems
• Blue flowers with fluffy centers
• Long bloom period

Best Seller

Long Blooming

Heat Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, Salt Tolerant

Attracts: Birds, Butterflies & Hummingbirds

Resists: Deer

Characteristics

Plant Type: Shrub

Shrub Type: Deciduous

Height Category: Tall

Garden Height: 8'-12'

Spacing: 6'-7'

Spread: 6'- 10'

Flower Colors: Blue

Flower Shade: Lavender

Foliage Colors: Green

Foliage Shade: Dark Green

Habit: Upright

Plant Needs

Light Requirement: Sun

The optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).

Maintenance Category: Easy

Blooms On: New Wood

Bloom Time: Early Summer, Mid-Summer, & Late Summer

Hardiness Zone: Hardy to Zone 5

Water Category: Average

Uses: Border Plant, Container, Landscape

Uses Notes: Late season color for hedges, perennial or shrub borders, specimen and containers. This is a nice addition to the mixed border and can also be used as a specimen plant for late summer interest. Excellent for hedging.

Maintenance Notes: Grows in any soil unless it is either really wet or dry. Prune in early spring if desired. Can be heavily pruned, but this is not usually necessary. Prefers medium moisture. Fertilize in early spring by applying a slow-release fertilizer formulated for trees and shrubs. Follow the label for recommended rate of application.

Fun Facts: 2020 Flowering Shrub of the Year.

Check this the Ultimate Rose of Sharon Growing Guide here: Rose of Sharon Growing Guide: Planting & Care Tips