Red Heart Rose of Sharon

Red Heart Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus 'Red Heart')

Red Heart Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus 'Red Heart') is a deciduous flowering shrub valued for its large, pure white blooms with a striking deep red center. This hardy shrub adds elegant summer color and texture to mixed borders, hedges, and cottage gardens.

Distinctive Features

'Red Heart' produces abundant, trumpet-shaped flowers featuring crisp white petals surrounding a vivid red eye, attracting pollinators such as butterflies and hummingbirds. The dark green, serrated foliage provides a lush backdrop and turns subtle shades before leaf drop in fall.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soils; adaptable to a variety 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 bright summer color and vertical structure
• Hedges and Screens: Forms dense, flowering barriers
• Accent Planting: Creates elegant 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 Red Heart Rose of Sharon?

• Striking Bicolor Flowers: Pure white petals with vivid red centers provide bold visual contrast
• Prolific Bloomer: Offers abundant flowers throughout the growing 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 syriacus 'Red Heart' is a graceful, hardy shrub that enhances gardens with bold summer blooms and striking color.