Hibiscus syriacus 'Lucy'
Also Known As
- Lucy Rose of Sharon
Plant type
tree, shrub
size
- H: 6'-8'
- W: 4'-6'
planting zones
- 5a-8b
Hibiscus syriacus 'Lucy' plant details
Hibiscus syriacus 'Lucy' is a moderate-growing broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In summer pink and red flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and pollution tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Hibiscus syriacus 'Lucy'
- Plant type: shrub or tree
- Plant family: malvaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
- Flowers: pink and red blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Hibiscus syriacus 'Lucy'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: deer, heat, humidity and pollution
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Garden World
By: Whitman Farms
Gardening facts about Hibiscus syriacus 'Lucy' plant
How to Grow Hibiscus syriacus 'Lucy'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- pollution tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
- red
Wildlife
- butterflies
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 4'-5'
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 3'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
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Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 3'-5'
Width: 2'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 3'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
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