Blue Chiffon (Rose of Sharon)
Hibiscus syriacus 'Notwood3'
In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 6-10 ft apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 10+ years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2025 |
| Bed | China Town Garden |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Adaptable, prefers well-draining loams |
| Soil pH | 5.5-7.5 |
| Zones | 5-9 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Shrub |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Ovate (Egg-shaped) |
| Foliage colour | Green |
| Bloom | Blue/Purple |
| Fruit | Capsule |
| Evergreen | Deciduous |
Root System
| System | Taproot Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Mixed Fine & Coarse |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Bees |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Edibility | Inedible |
| Companions | Coneflowers, Shasta Daisies |
Where it came from
| Grower | Proven Winners |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Fertilize in Spring and midsummer / Prune late winter or early spring
Maintenance
Prune severely in late winter to encourage large blooms on new wood.
Cleanup
Clear fallen foliage in autumn to prevent pest overwintering.
Notes
Features anemone-like double blue flowers.