Fiji Rose of Sharon

Fiji Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus 'Fiji')

Fiji Rose of Sharon is an upright, intermediate shrub valued for a long summer bloom of semi-double white flowers brushed with pink and centered on a dark red eye, opening from medium pink buds and aging to soft light pink. Its tidy, vase-shaped habit and reliable flowering add vibrant color to sunny borders, hedges, and small gardens.

Distinctive Features

Flowers on new wood from July through September, with continuous buds and color shifts as blooms mature. Heat tolerant and adaptable, maintaining a clean outline with light annual pruning.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to light shade, with best flowering in full sun.
• Soil: Average, well drained soil; tolerates slightly acidic to slightly alkaline conditions.
• Water: Moderate; keep evenly moist during establishment, then water during extended dry spells.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 to 9.
• Mature Size: Typically 6 to 8 ft tall and 4 to 6 ft wide.

Ideal Uses

• Focal Point: White to blush flowers with a dark red center create a striking summer display.
• Hedges and Screens: Forms a flowering privacy panel in sunny sites.
• Mixed Borders: Provides late-season color among perennials and shrubs.
• Small Gardens: Intermediate size suits tighter spaces and courtyards.
• Urban Landscapes: Handles heat and reflective conditions with minimal fuss.

Low Maintenance Care

• Watering: Deeply water the first season; reduce frequency once established, increasing during drought.
• Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring to shape and encourage vigorous new-wood flowering.
• Fertilizing: Feed lightly in spring if needed; avoid excess nitrogen that can reduce bloom.
• Mulching: Apply a 2 inch mulch to conserve moisture and moderate soil temperature, keeping mulch off stems.
• Notes: Deadhead for a tidier look if desired; site in full sun to maximize color and bud set.

Why Choose Fiji Rose of Sharon?

• Season-Long Bloom: Flowers for weeks during peak summer.
• Color Evolution: Buds, blooms, and fading petals deliver layered interest.
• Manageable Size: Fits smaller landscapes while offering strong impact.
• Heat Tolerant: Performs well in warm, sunny exposures.
• Easy Care: Simple pruning and modest water needs after establishment.

Plant in full sun with well drained soil, prune in late winter to refresh growth, and water during dry spells to keep flowers plentiful and the outline neat.