Hibiscus syriacus Rosea Plena

Rosea Plena Rose of Sharon

Hibiscus syriacus ‘Rosea Plena’ — commonly known as double pink Rose of Sharon — is a deciduous flowering shrub valued for its fully double, soft rosy-pink flowers that bloom heavily from midsummer into early fall. The layered blooms have a ruffled, almost peony-like appearance and stand out against medium green foliage, giving the shrub a fuller ornamental effect than single-flowered forms. Its upright habit and long flowering season make it a dependable late-summer landscape accent.

Type: Deciduous shrub

Mature Size:
Width: 6–8 ft
Height: 8–12 ft

USDA Zones: 5a–8b

Form: Upright, vase-shaped shrub

Light: Full sun

Soil: Average, well-drained soil; adaptable to a wide range of soils

Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established

Wildlife: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds

Features & Landscape Uses: Excellent for flowering hedges, mixed shrub borders, screening, specimen planting, and cottage gardens. Double blooms provide a fuller floral display over a long season.

Care: Prune in late winter or early spring to encourage vigorous flowering on new growth. Remove unwanted seedlings             if they appear. Benefits from occasional deep watering during extended dry periods. 🌸🌿

Plant type

Deciduous Shrub, Flowering Deciduous Shrub

Height

8-12'

Width

6-8'

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full Sun

Bloom time

Early Fall, Summer

Flower color

Pink

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Soil

Highly Adaptable, Humus rich, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Hedge, Mass Planting

Shape

Upright, Vase Shaped

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No