Hibiscus syr Lady Bug #3
Hibiscus syr Lady Bug #3
Lady Bug® Rose of Sharon
Semi-dwarf habit, showy red to light pink blooms
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A slow growing, semi-dwarf shrub that grows in a dense, upright form. Produces massive amounts of flowers summer into fall. Bright red blotches develop on the exposed petal of the bud, but opens to a showy, light pink flowers. No seed pods. Deer resistant. Attracts butterflies and other pollinators. Use as an accent or in border plantings.
Botanical Name- Hibiscus syriacus 'Whit XXI'
Pronunciation- hy-BIS-kus seer-ee-AY-kus
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width- 6 ft
Mature Height- 8 ft
Sun Exposure- Full Sun
Soil Preferences- Average, well-drained soil
Current Size- #3
Bloom Color- Pink
Bloom Time- Mid summer - fall
Companion Plants- Aster novae-angliae 'Purple Dome' - fall color synergy, pollinator interest
Fauna Attracted- Bees (bumble, honey), hummingbirds
Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C9
Yearly Care Instructions- Prune in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth. Water regularly during bloom season. A balanced fertilizer in spring boosts flowering.
Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter or early spring, cutting back to outward-facing buds. This encourages strong summer blooms.
Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced or slightly higher phosphate fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14 or 5-10-5) in spring; moderate to high feeding need. Loosen clay and water well for big blooms.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-tone
Possible Issues- Japanese beetles, aphids, rust
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