Hibiscus syriacus
Rose Of Sharon, Shrub Althaea
Description
Hibiscus syriacus is a deciduous shub that grows 8' to 15' tall and 6' to 18' wide with green leaves. It likes half to full sun and will take the heat, medium watering, and well drained loam soil.
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems.
Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.