Sugar Tip Gold rose of sharon

Hibiscus syriacus 'Sugar Tip Gold'

ShrubMalvaceae

Sugar Tip Gold 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

'Sugar Tip Gold' rose of sharon (Hibiscus syriacus 'Sugar Tip Gold') 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 and tolerates drought and salt. Butterflies, hummingbirds, bees, and birds visit it. Deer tend to browse other plants first.

Pairs well with Wild bergamot, Buttonbush, and Ornamental onion.