How to Grow Rose of Sharon

Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus) is one of the few shrubs that blooms in the summer garden. This deciduous favorite maintains its neat upright shape growing to a height of eight to 10 feet. Its slow growth rate, pest resistance and minimal maintenance requirements make it a perfect choice for both formal and informal gardens. Does this Spark an idea?

Instructions

1

Choose your planting site. Rose of Sharon grows best in full sun but also does well in part shade/part sun.

2

Dig your planting hole the depth of the root ball and two to three times the width of the container.

3

Remove the shrub from the container carefully by gently tapping the pot on the ground and easing the plant out.

4

Place the shrub in the planting hole and fill with water. Allow the soil and plant to absorb it.

5

Backfill the original soil into the planting hole. Water again thoroughly.

6

Mulch the entire planting with a layer of mulch or other organic material to a depth of two to three inches.