Hibiscus syriacus White Chiffon ('Notwoodtwo'PBR) (Chiffon Series) (d)
rose of Sharon [White Chiffon]
a vigorous deciduous shrub with dark green, shallowly lobed leaves and pure white flowers to 10cm across from late summer, with five large outer petals surrounding a centre of small, petaloid stamens
Size
Ultimate height
1.5–2.5 metresTime to ultimate height
10–20 yearsUltimate spread
1–1.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | White | Green | ||
| Autumn | White | Green | ||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Malvaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy
- 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
Trade
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in a moist but well-drained soil in a sheltered position in full sun
Propagation
Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Coastal
- Cottage and informal garden
- Patio and container plants
- Hedging and screens
- Wall side borders
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Pests
Diseases
Powdery mildews may be a problem
Hibiscus syriacus White Chiffon ('Notwoodtwo'PBR) (Chiffon Series) (d)
rose of Sharon [White Chiffon]
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