Common names:
Rose of Sharon
Hibiscus
Althea

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit:Tree
Life cycle:Annual
Sun Requirements:Partial Shade to Full Shade
Water Preferences:In Water
Minimum cold hardiness:Zone 4a -34.4 °C (-30 °F) to -31.7 °C (-25 °F)
Maximum recommended zone:Zone 4b
Leaves:Other
Flowers:Blooms on new wood
Flower Time:Summer
Late fall or early winter
Wildlife Attractant:Butterflies
Other Beneficial Insects
Propagation: Seeds:Self fertile
Propagation: Other methods:Cuttings: Tip
Cuttings: Cane
Cuttings: Root
Pollinators:Water
Containers:Suitable in 1 gallon
Conservation status:Endangered (EN)

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