Hibiscus syriacus 'Woodbridge'

Also Known As

Woodbridge Rose of Sharon

Plant type

shrub

size

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

planting zones

5a-8b

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Hibiscus syriacus 'Woodbridge' plant details

Hibiscus syriacus 'Woodbridge' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant, pollution tolerant and seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hibiscus syriacus 'Woodbridge'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: malvaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 10 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer
Uses: fall color, floriferous, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hibiscus syriacus 'Woodbridge'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity, pollution and seaside / salt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Hibiscus syriacus 'Woodbridge' has large, single, rich, lavender-pink, vase-shaped flowers with red centres and pale yellow stamens atop dark green foliage. Blooms from midsummer to frost with an upright growth habit of 6-8 feet tall and 6 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.

A nice plant for mixed hedges or borders. Fairly care free, it grows well in moist, well-drained soil. Growth Rate 1-1½' per yr

By: Garden World

Gardening facts about Hibiscus syriacus 'Woodbridge' plant

How to Grow Hibiscus syriacus 'Woodbridge'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- pollution tolerant
- seaside / salt tolerant