Minfren rose of sharon

Hibiscus syriacus 'Minfren'

ShrubMalvaceae

Minfren rose of sharon
Deer-resistantDrought tolerantSalt tolerant
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
Soil types
Sand, loam, clay, chalk
Soil pH
Alkaline, neutral

Garden uses

BorderHedgeLow maintenancePollinator garden

Attracts

ButterfliesHummingbirdsBeesBirds

Notes

'Minfren' rose of sharon (Hibiscus syriacus 'Minfren') 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 soil of most types. Deer tend to browse other plants first. It grows fast and reaches about 5 to 8 feet tall. Butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees visit the flowers.

Pairs well with Pittosporum, Fourwing saltbush, Shasta daisy, and Ornamental onion.

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