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    • Photo of Hibiscus syriacus 'Red Heart' flower by Danger Garden

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    Hibiscus syriacus 'Red Heart'

    Also Known As

    • Red Heart Rose of Sharon

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 8'-12'
    • W: 6'-8'

    planting zones

    • 5a-8b

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    Hibiscus syriacus 'Red Heart' plant details

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

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Hibiscus syriacus 'Red Heart'

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: malvaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in summer
    Uses: showy

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Hibiscus syriacus 'Red Heart'

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

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Large, single white flowers have a showy deep-red heart in the center, which bleeds out into dark pink veins. The blossoms make this 8-12' tall x 6-10' wide shrub a stunner in late summer. Perfect as a specimen plant and also makes a fine hedge; attracts butterflies and hummingbirds too! S/M

    By: Forestfarm

    Gardening facts about Hibiscus syriacus 'Red Heart' plant

    How to Grow Hibiscus syriacus 'Red Heart'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • butterflies
      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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