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rose of Sharon [Russian Violet] | Plant Finder | Fill My Garden

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rose of Sharon [Russian Violet]

Hibiscus syriacus Russian Violet ('Floru')

Genus: Hibiscus
Family: Malvaceae

About this plant

A vigorous, upright shrub to about 2.5m with deeply lobed leaves. Deep purple-pink flowers up to 10cm across, with a dark red centre, are produced from mid-summer to mid-autumn

Growing Information

Height

1.5-2.5 Metres

Spread

1-1.5 Metres

Hardiness

Foliage

Deciduous

Growing Conditions

Sunlight

Full Sun

Soil

ClayChalkLoamSandy

AlkalineNeutral

Not Currently Available

This plant is not currently stocked at any garden centres on our platform.

Moisture

Poorly DrainedWell Drained

Aspect

West FacingEast Facing

Exposure

Exposed

Care Guide

Cultivation

Grow in a moist but well-drained soil in a sheltered position in full sun

Pruning

Pruning group 1

Propagation

Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings

Pests

Aphids, mealybugs and thrips may be a problem

Diseases

Powdery mildews may be a problem

Garden Uses

Uses

Flower BordersCottage InformalGround Cover

Planting Places

Wall TrainedOutdoor

Season of Interest

SpringSummerAutumn

Size & Characteristics

Height

1.5-2.5 Metres

Spread

1-1.5 Metres

Habit

Bushy

Time to Full Height

Ten To Twenty Years