| Hibiscus syriacus 'Raspberry Smoothie' | USDA Zone: 5-9 |
Raspberry Smoothie Rose of Sharon features bold fuchsia round flowers with pink overtones along the branches from mid summer to early fall. It has green foliage throughout the season. The lobed leaves do not develop any appreciable fall colour.
An upright shrub with extremely showy flowers beginning in mid-summer; the full, double blooms are fuchsia-raspberry; a very adaptable plant, but prefers full sun.
Raspberry Smoothie Rose of Sharon is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- Accent
- Mass Planting
- Hedges/Screening
- General Garden Use
- Container Planting
Long Blooming
Attracts: Butterflies
Common Name: Rose of Sharon
Bloom Time: Summer, Fall
|
Key Feature
|
Light Needs | Landscape Uses |
 |
 |
 |
|
|
|
| More About Raspberry Smoothie™ Rose of Sharon |
| Height: 6-8 ft |
Spread: 4-5 ft |
Flower Colour: Pink / Purple Shades |
|
Use as the centerpiece of large container designs or incorporate into mixed borders in the landscape. Good for hedging. Prune as needed to shape in early spring. Apply a controlled release fertilizer for shrubs in spring. Supplemental liquid fertilizer may be needed in mid-summer. Raspberry Smoothie™ Rose of Sharon makes a fine choice for the outdoor landscape, but it is also well-suited for use in outdoor pots and containers. With its upright habit of growth, it is best suited for use as a 'thriller' in the 'spiller-thriller-filler' container combination; plant it near the center of the pot, surrounded by smaller plants and those that spill over the edges. It is even sizeable enough that it can be grown alone in a suitable container. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden. Be aware that in our climate, most plants cannot be expected to survive the winter if left in containers outdoors, and this plant is no exception. NOTE: Some flowers and plants may be harmful or poisonous to people or pets if touched or ingested. If you require more information before placing an order, please let us know in advance. |
