Minsyanlav02 rose of sharon

Hibiscus syriacus 'Minsyanlav02'

Malvaceae

Minsyanlav02 rose of sharon
Deer-resistantDrought tolerantSalt tolerant
USDA zones5 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to wet soil
Growth rate
Rapid
Habit
Erect
Bloom season
Spring, summer

Garden uses

HedgePollinator garden

Attracts

ButterfliesHummingbirdsBeesBirds

Notes

'Minsyanlav02' rose of sharon (Hibiscus syriacus 'Minsyanlav02') 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. It grows fast, blooms in spring and summer, and tolerates drought and salt. Deer tend to pass it by. Butterflies, hummingbirds, bees, and birds visit it.

Pairs well with Big bluestem, Serviceberry, and Virginia spiderwort.