Hibiscus syriacus 'Morning Star'
Also Known As
- Hibiscus 'Morning Star'
- Morning Star Rose Mallow
- Morning Star Rose of Sharon
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 6'-12'
- W: 6'-10'
planting zones
- 5a-8b
Hibiscus syriacus 'Morning Star' plant details
Hibiscus syriacus 'Morning Star' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with gold foliage. In fall and summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Hibiscus syriacus 'Morning Star'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: malvaceae
- Foliage: deciduous gold
- Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 6 FT - 12 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in fall and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Hibiscus syriacus 'Morning Star'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Gardening facts about Hibiscus syriacus 'Morning Star' plant
How to Grow Hibiscus syriacus 'Morning Star'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- gold
Flower Color
- white
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Zones
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Size
Height: 4'-12'
Width: 3'-4'
- sun - mostly shade
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 5'-6'
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 8'
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 1'-3'
- sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
9a-12
Size
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Width: 3'-6'
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