Rose of Sharon | |
Hibiscus | |
Althea |
Plant Habit: | Tree |
Life cycle: | Biennial |
Sun Requirements: | Partial or Dappled Shade |
Water Preferences: | Wet |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 4a -34.4 °C (-30 °F) to -31.7 °C (-25 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 10b |
Leaves: | Glaucous |
Flowers: | Other |
Flower Time: | Summer Year Round |
Wildlife Attractant: | Bees Birds Hummingbirds |
Propagation: Seeds: | Sow in situ |
Propagation: Other methods: | Layering Bulbs Corms |
Pollinators: | Flies |
Containers: | Suitable for hanging baskets |
Conservation status: | Vulnerable (VU) |
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