Another member of the hibiscus genus is the common, old-fashioned Rose-of-Sharon or althea, Hibiscus syriacus. This deciduous shrub can be grown statewide in full sun to partial shade. Single flowers or doubles are available. It blooms from summer through frost, in good soil or bad. While the old fashioned plants were limited to lavender, white or pink flowers, many new selections are available today, with salmon flowers and bi-colors. It blooms on the current season growth, so pruning should be done in late February, prior to new growth beginning. It can be kept in shrub form, or pruned into a small tree.

Regardless of which hibiscus you choose, they all have something to offer, and for the most part, are easy to care for. Most of these plants should be available now at your local nursery. If you need some extra color (and who doesn’t) add some hibiscus plants to your collection.

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