rose of sharon seeds Hibiscus syriacus: Rose of Sharon Seeds

rose of sharon seeds Hibiscus syriacus: Rose of Sharon SeedsZones: 5 to 9 Mature Height: 10 to 24 feet Mature Spread: 5 to 10 feet The Rose of Sharon is a small tree with big conspicuous late summer flowers. Flowers are usually white, sometimes blue, purple or red. This ornamental shrub's blossoms attract hummingbirds. Vase shaped with vertical branches and light gray bark. A good specimen tree or can be used as a formal or informal hedge. Native to China and India. When choosing a location, keep in mind that

Zones: 5 to 9
Mature Height: 10 to 24 feet
Mature Spread: 5 to 10 feet

The Rose of Sharon is a small tree with big conspicuous late summer flowers. Flowers are usually white, sometimes blue, purple or red. This ornamental shrub's blossoms attract hummingbirds. Vase-shaped with vertical branches and light gray bark. A good specimen tree or can be used as a formal or informal hedge. Native to China and India.

When choosing a location, keep in mind that the Rose of Sharon has a moderate growth rate. It grows up to 24 feet in height and 5 to 10 feet in spread. It can be planted in zones 5 to 9. Prefers full sun or light shade and moist, well-drained soil containing organic matter like compost. Urban tolerance.

How To Start These Seeds:
Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours
Stratification: None required
Germination: Sow seed 1/16 inch deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed
Other: Natural fall sowing for spring germination

Seed Count Per Packet:
This packet contains 40 hand-sorted, high-quality seeds.

If refrigerated upon receipt, these seeds can be stored for up to a year before you decide to use them.