Minerva rose of sharon
Hibiscus syriacus 'Minerva'
USDA zones5 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to wet soil
Size5 to 8 feet tall4 to 7 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Rapid
- Habit
- Erect
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- Lavender with dark red eye
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Minerva' rose of sharon (Hibiscus syriacus 'Minerva') is a shrub for 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 soil. Its lavender blooms have a dark red eye, and butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees visit them. It grows fast and tolerates drought and salt. Deer rarely make it their first choice.
Pairs well with American holly, Big bluestem, and Yellow iris.