Hibiscus syriacus 'Aphrodite'
rose of Sharon 'Aphrodite'
Upright, deciduous shrub about 3m tall, with 3-lobed dark green leaves to 10cm long, and very large, deep pink flowers to 13cm across, with prominent red-feathered centres are produced from mid to late summer
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Size
Ultimate height
2.5–4 metresTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
1.5–2.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Pink Red | Green | ||
| Autumn | Gold | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Malvaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy, Columnar upright
- Genus
Hibiscus can be deciduous or evergreen shrubs, trees, annuals or perennials, with simple or palmately lobed leaves and large, funnel-shaped flowers over a long flowering season
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moist but well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soils in full sun with shelter
Propagation
Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings in summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Coastal
- Cottage and informal garden
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids, scale insects, mealybugs and glasshouse whitefly when grown under glass
Diseases
May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely) and powdery mildews
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