rose of Sharon
Hibiscus syriacus 'Boule de Feu' FIREBALL
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Stem Propagation,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Division,Air Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 8
Flowers:
Pinkish-red Flowers
Sun:
full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,red,purple
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Tropical:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
The Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus 'Boule de Feu' FIREBALL) should be watered about once a week, though the frequency may also depend on the climate and soils of your particular area. Generally, the plants should be watered deeply enough so that the soil is moist but not saturated. During periods of hot and/or dry weather, Rose of Sharon will benefit from an increase in watering frequency. Make sure to water the plants at the base of the stem, and avoid wetting the foliage to prevent diseases.
sunlight
Rose of Sharon needs at least 5 to 6 hours of direct sunlight every day to thrive. If possible, it is best to provide it with full sun. During the summer, when the plant is actively growing, Rose of Sharon can benefit from a few extra hours of sunlight.
pruning
Rose of Sharon should be pruned in late winter. Trim the plant back by about 1/3 to shape, and then remove any dead, diseased, or crossing branches. Rose of Sharon can also be removed of old blooms to encourage a longer, more prolific blooming season. For best results, remove any spent flowers and seed pods from previous seasons. This will improve the plant's overall health and help to restore vigor to the bush.
