Lohengrin Rose of Sharon
Lohengrin Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus paramutabilis x syriacus 'Lohengrin')
Lohengrin Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus paramutabilis x syriacus 'Lohengrin') is a deciduous flowering shrub celebrated for its large, showy white blooms with a soft pink blush and striking red eye. This hybrid shrub adds elegant summer color and texture to mixed borders, hedges, and cottage-style gardens.
Distinctive Features
'Lohengrin' produces abundant, trumpet-shaped flowers that feature creamy white petals tinged with soft pink and a contrasting deep red center, attracting pollinators such as butterflies and hummingbirds. The dark green, serrated foliage provides a lush backdrop and turns subtle hues before leaf drop in fall.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Well-drained, fertile soils; adaptable to a range of soil types including clay
- Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture but tolerates occasional dry spells
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 5�9
Ideal Uses
- Mixed Borders: Adds elegant summer color and vertical structure
- Hedges and Screens: Forms dense, flowering barriers
- Accent Planting: Creates sophisticated focal points
- Wildlife Gardens: Attracts pollinators including bees and hummingbirds
- Low-Maintenance Gardens: Performs well with minimal care
Low Maintenance Care
- Watering: Keep soil evenly moist, especially during dry periods
- Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage flowering
- Fertilizing: Apply balanced fertilizer in spring to support bloom production
- Mulching: Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds
- Protection: Plant in sheltered locations to protect from harsh winds
Why Choose Lohengrin Rose of Sharon?
- Showy Bicolor Flowers: Creamy white petals with soft pink blush and red centers
- Prolific Bloomer: Provides abundant flowers throughout the summer season
- Pollinator Friendly: Attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds
- Versatile Use: Suitable for borders, hedges, and specimen planting
- Low Maintenance: Easy to grow and maintain
Hibiscus paramutabilis x syriacus 'Lohengrin' is an elegant, hardy hybrid shrub that enriches gardens with graceful blooms and vibrant summer color.
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