Hibiscus Care Guide

Hibiscus is also called rose-of-Sharon or shrub Althaea.

Two to four inch single, double, or semi-double flowers in late summer with light green foliage. Some varieties have variegated leaves. Flower colors include white, pink, red, blue, and violet bicolors.

Zone: 6

Light & Soil: Full to partial sun. Moist, well-drained soil.

Height: 6-10 feet or more.

Soot-resistant. Can be trained to tree form through pruning. Use in hard-to-plant, narrow areas. Plant in hedges, screens, or as specimen plants. Young plants will need winter protection in the winter. Valued for its late blooming color.

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