Dark Lavender Chiffon
Hibiscus syriacus 'Dark Lavender Chiffon'
In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 4-6 ft |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 20+ years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2024 |
| Bed | China Town Garden |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Adaptable, well-draining |
| Soil pH | 5.5-7.5 |
| Zones | 5-9 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Shrub |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Palmate (Hand-like lobes) |
| Foliage colour | Medium Green |
| Bloom | Dark Lavender |
| Fruit | Capsule |
| Evergreen | Deciduous |
Root System
| System | Taproot Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Coarse Roots (> 2 mm) |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | Softwood cuttings |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Hummingbirds, Butterflies |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Edibility | Inedible |
| Companions | Daylilies, Echinacea, ornamental grasses |
Where it came from
| Grower | Proven Winners |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Water deeply when dry.
Maintenance
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth appears.
Cleanup
Clean up fallen flowers.
Notes
Known for large, lacy double flowers.