Shrubby Mallow
Hibiscus syriacus
Also known as
Rose Of Sharon, Syrian Hibiscus, Syrian Ketmia, Althea, Shrub Althea, Shrub-Althaea, Tree hollyhock
2007-07-09Hibiscus syriacus13 by Wildfeuer (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Full Sun
Moderate care
Light watering
Frost Hardy
H5
RHS hardiness
-15°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
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2.5m | Max | 2.5m |
1.5m | Min | 1.5m |
20 years to reach maturity
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
This plant has no fragrance
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Shrubby Mallow Overview
Deciduous shrub species with an upright growth habit that produces trumpet-shaped, showy blooms. These are often pink or white coloured and the central stamens are notably yellow.
Common problems with Shrubby Mallow
How to propagate Shrubby Mallow
Cuttings
Seed in spring, shrubs and trees by greenwood cuttings in late spring. Semi-ripe cuttings in summer, perennials by division in autumn or spring.
Seed
Division
Other uses of Shrubby Mallow
Ornamental, border, hedging, dried arrangements Summer/Autumn interest. Attracts humming birds in suitable geographical locations.