Hibiscus syriacus ‘Aphrodite’
Hibiscus syriacus 'Aphrodite' is a rose-of-Sharon with single, vase-shaped, pink flowers with dark red eyes.
Hibiscus syriacus ‘Aphrodite’ adds a touch of class to the late summer garden. Large, single flowers up to 4 inches wide have a delicate ruffle to their vibrant lavender pink flowers with dark red eyes and creamy stamens. Shrubs bloom from midsummer to frost on a compact compact, vase-shaped frame 8-12 feet tall by 6-10 feet wide. Slow to emerge in the spring, hardy and easy care. Prefers acidic, well drained soil in full to part sun. Prune for size in spring. Plant in shrub borders, as foundation plants, hedges or screens. Pollinator attractor. Deer resistant.
Common Name: Rose-of-Sharon
Family: Malvaceae (The Mallow Family)
Zone Hardiness: 5-9
Light: Full Sun Part Sun
Height: 6-10'
Width: 5-8'
Primary Bloom Colour: Pink
Secondary Bloom Colour: Red
Class: Deciduous
Type: Shrub
Bloom Time: Summer - Fall
Soil Moisture: Average, Dry
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits: Hummingbirds Butterflies Bees
Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Mountain slopes.
Award: AGM
Geographical Origin:
