Hibiscus syriacus 'Helene'

Also Known As

Hibiscus syriacus 'Helena'
Helene Hardy Hibiscus
Helene Rose of Sharon

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 6'-12'
W: 4'-10'

planting zones

5a-8b

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Hibiscus syriacus 'Helene' plant details

Hibiscus syriacus 'Helene' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In fall and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hibiscus syriacus 'Helene'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: malvaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 10 FT - wide, 6 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hibiscus syriacus 'Helene'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Hibiscus syriacus 'Helene' is a rose of Sharon with large, single, elegantly ruffled, saucer-shaped, pure white flowers with red centres. Blooms from midsummer to frost with an upright growth habit of 6- 8 feet tall and 5-7 feet wide. Slow to emerge in the spring, hardy and easy care. Prefers acidic, well drained soil in full to part sun. Prune for size in spring. Plant in shrub borders, as foundation plants, hedges or screens. Pollinator attractor. Deer resistant.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

The large semi-double flowers of this rounded 8-10' shrub are white flushed with pink inside while the outer petals are streaked with deep-pink and have attractively feathered maroon blotches at the base. S/M