Meehanii rose of sharon
Hibiscus syriacus 'Meehanii'
RHS AGM 2002
USDA zones5 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to wet soil
- Growth rate
- Rapid
- Habit
- Erect
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Meehanii' rose of sharon (Hibiscus syriacus 'Meehanii') is a shrub for pollinator gardens and hedges. 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 soil. It grows at a rapid rate and draws butterflies, hummingbirds, bees, and birds. Deer tend to browse other plants first. It also tolerates drought and salt.
Pairs well with Buttonbush, Serviceberry, and Horsetail.