Ardens rose of sharon
Hibiscus syriacus 'Ardens'
USDA zones5 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to wet soil
Size8 to 10 feet tall6 to 10 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Rapid
- Habit
- Erect
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Soil types
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Ardens' rose of sharon (Hibiscus syriacus 'Ardens') is a shrub for borders, hedges, and pollinator gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to wet, loamy soil. Deer rarely make it their first choice. It grows fast and stands upright, so give it room to reach its mature size. Butterflies, hummingbirds, bees, and birds visit it.
Pairs well with Big bluestem, Blue-eyed grass, and Virginia spiderwort.