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    Hibiscus syriacus 'Minerva'

    Also Known As

    • Minerva Hardy Hibiscus
    • Minerva Rose of Sharon

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 8'-12'
    • W: 4'-6'

    planting zones

    • 5a-9a

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    Hibiscus syriacus 'Minerva' plant details

    Hibiscus syriacus 'Minerva' is a moderate-growing broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In summer lavender and pink flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Hibiscus syriacus 'Minerva'

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: malvaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
    Flowers: lavender and pink blooms in summer
    Uses: compact, dense, fall color, floriferous, tropical-looking

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Hibiscus syriacus 'Minerva'

    USDA Zones: 5a - 9a
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
    Resistant to: pollution
    Soil needs: rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Lustrous foliage and large, 4-5", lavender-pink flowers with a dark-red eye are profusely produced during much of the summer! The pretty blooms make this 8-10'x 6-8' shrub a real treat. This beautiful triploid was developed at the National Arboretum. S/M

    By: Forestfarm

    Upright, deciduous, multi-stemmed shrub valued for its mid-summer through early fall blooms. Flowers are lavender with tinges of pink and dark red centers. Prune back in the spring for a wonderful summer flower display. Green foliage turns yellowish in the fall and drops. Drought and heat tolerant. Growth Rate medium

    By: Garden World

    Lavender pink flowers w/red center, triploid Natl. Arb. Introd, deciduous, deer resistant, drought tolerant. Zones 5-8

    By: Lael's Moon Garden

    Gardening facts about Hibiscus syriacus 'Minerva' plant

    How to Grow Hibiscus syriacus 'Minerva'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • pollution tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • pink
      • lavender

    • Wildlife

      • hummingbirds

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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