rose of Sharon

Rose of Sharon should be watered 2 or 3 times a week with at least 2 gallons of water each time. Water in the morning, saturating the soil and avoiding the leaves and flowers. Avoid wetting the foliage to prevent fungal diseases. Allow the topsoil to dry out slightly between waterings. During hot, dry conditions, water more frequently. Check the depth of the water by sticking your finger into the top few inches of soil. If the soil feels barely moist, it is time to water again.

Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus 'Marina' BLUE SATIN) prefers 6-8 hours of full sun per day. This sunny spot should be 1 that is not shaded by other plants, trees, or buildings. The plant should be in a location that receives full sun for as many hours as possible. The plant should also be in a well-drained area. On hot summer days, afternoon shade may be beneficial to the rose of Sharon to protect it from scorching sun and afternoon heat. It is best to plant the rose of Sharon during spring or early summer when the amount of sunlight is steadily increasing.

Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus ‘Marina’ BLUE SATIN) should be pruned annually in late winter or early spring (January or February). For pruning, remove up to 1-third of the plant, focusing on thinning out the inward-facing branches, and removing any dead, diseased, or broken branches. Pruning the plant back will encourage more side branches and increase the overall vigor of the plant. It is also important to remove any dead wood or spent blossoms that will help ensure that it produces more blooms in the future.