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Blushing Bride Rose of Sharon

Name: Blushing Bride Rose of Sharon
Brand: Hibiscus
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Hibiscus syriacus 'Blushing Bride'

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Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Shrub

Height

120 inches

Width

84 inches

Light

Full Sun, Partial Sun

Zones

5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Water

Medium

Humidity

Tolerates high humidity

Lifespan

20-30 years

Native To

China and India

Toxicity

Non-toxic to pets and humans.

The Story

Plant Bio

Hibiscus syriacus, or Rose of Sharon, is a hardy, deciduous shrub known for its large, tropical-looking flowers that provide a long season of bloom from mid-summer into fall. 'Blushing Bride' is a double-flowered cultivar whose blossoms open a delicate pale pink and mature to pure white, creating a multi-toned effect on the shrub. It has a vigorous, upright habit.

Bloom Period:

EarlyLate

Uses & Benefits:

The primary appeal of 'Blushing Bride' is its profusion of large, double flowers that provide continuous color from mid-summer until the first frost. The color transition from pink to white adds visual interest, making it a standout specimen or a beautiful flowering hedge.

This shrub is very adaptable and tolerant of a wide range of conditions, including heat, humidity, drought, and urban pollution. Its upright growth habit makes it suitable for creating privacy screens or defining garden spaces.

The flowers are highly attractive to pollinators, including bees, butterflies, and especially hummingbirds, which are drawn to the nectar-rich blossoms during the summer months.

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Planting

How to Grow

Select a location that receives at least 6 hours of direct sun.
It adapts to most soils but prefers good drainage.
Dig a hole twice the width of the plant's container.
Place the plant in the hole so the top of the root ball is level with the soil.
Backfill the hole and water thoroughly to settle the soil.
Water regularly during the first year until the plant is established.

Pro Tip

Prune back hard in early spring, cutting the previous year's growth back to 2-3 buds, to encourage vigorous new growth and larger flowers.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Provide full sun for the best flowering.
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms, though not strictly necessary.
Prune in early spring to maintain a desirable size and shape.
Water deeply during prolonged periods of drought.

Don't

Do not plant in shady or waterlogged locations.
Avoid heavy pruning in the summer, as it will remove flower buds.
Don't worry if it's one of the last shrubs to leaf out in spring; this is normal.
Avoid excessive high-nitrogen fertilizer, which promotes leaves over flowers.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Fertilize
Pest Check
Plant
Prune

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Excellent flowering hedge or screenLong-blooming specimen for mixed bordersAnchor plant for foundation plantings

Companion Plants

Echinacea purpurea 'Magnus' Perovskia atriplicifolia Sedum 'Autumn Joy' Buddleja davidii Spiraea japonica 'Magic Carpet'

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Blushing Bride Rose of Sharon questions

What zones can Blushing Bride Rose of Sharon grow in?

Blushing Bride Rose of Sharon is hardy in USDA Zones 5–9. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Blushing Bride Rose of Sharon deer resistant?

Not reliably. Deer may browse Blushing Bride Rose of Sharon, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.

When does Blushing Bride Rose of Sharon bloom?

Blushing Bride Rose of Sharon typically blooms in mid-summer through early fall. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Blushing Bride Rose of Sharon need full sun?

Blushing Bride Rose of Sharon does best in full sun to part shade. In hot climates, afternoon shade keeps blooms fresher longer.

Is Blushing Bride Rose of Sharon drought tolerant?

Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Blushing Bride Rose of Sharon handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.