Hibiscus, Rose of Sharon

Light Conditions:

• Full Sun:
  Rose of Sharon hibiscus grows best in a location that receives 6 to 8 hours of sunlight per day.

   

  Partial Shade:

  In our climate, rose of Sharon hibiscus may grow well with 4 to 6 hours of sunlight per day, primarily when conditions are too hot and dry.

Soil:

• Well-drained soil that is rich (fertile) in nutrients. It may also grow in either acidic, sandy or less fertile soils.
• Mulch (such as grass clippings and wood chips) can be added to the surface of the soil to retain moisture and keep down weeds.

Watering Frequency:

• Water the soil primarily when the soil is dry or almost dry.
• Watering should be such that the soil is kept moist but not constantly soaking.
• Leaves tend to drop if the soil is left dry for an extended period.

Pruning:

• Prune (deadhead) stems or leaves when they appear to wilt.
• Pruning also assists in making the plant bushier.

Used externally to soften and soothe the skin, as well as internally for digestive disorders.

Also, a tea made from the leaves and flowers is diuretic & expectorant.

Essential oil is used to smooth wrinkles, stop itching & for other skin conditions.

Pollinators of the flowers include:

• Bees
• Butterflies
• Hummingbirds

The rose of sharon hibiscus is the national flower of South Korea.