Plant Record

Cultural/Growing Information

pH: B (5.8 - 6.2)

EC (2:1 Extraction Method): C (1 - 2)

Fertilization Recommendations: H (200-300 ppm)

Rooting Out: A (65-72°F or 18-22°C)

Growing On: A (50-60°F or 10-16°C)

Holding Temperature: A (40-50°F or 4-10°C)

Light Levels: Moderate to High

Water Requirements: Moderate to Moist

Pinching/Growth Regulators: Hibiscus are a genus that really benefits from pinch pruning since a hard or traditional shearing will shut them down for 3-4 weeks.

Pest and Disease Management: Aphids, Whiteflies and thrips can be problematic

Grower Tips:

-Can be forced into flower by breaking dormancy in late February for May flowering in greenhouse production.

Special Notes: -Hibiscus are very heavy feeders, light colored foliage coloration and yellowing of veins is an indication of underfeeding. Supplemental micro-nutrients are necessary.

Vernalization: Required

Spring Outdoor Finish?: N - Do not finish outside

Over wintering Temperature (Zones 2-7): 35 to 50 degrees

Shade Requirements: None

Heat Zone (high to low): 9-1

Type: Deciduous

Flowers On: New

Planting & Timing Information (Nursery): Spring to Fall, 1 ppp

Planting & Timing Information (Greenhouse): Spring to Fall Finish, 1 ppp

1 GL or 8"/ 50 tray (Greenhouse): 18-30 weeks, 4-6 pinches

1GL or 8"/ 2.25" (Greenhouse): 10-12 weeks, 0-2 pinches

1 GL or 8"/ 2.25" - Pinch (Nursery) 10-12 weeks, 2 pinches

1 GL or 8"/ 2.25" - Shear (Nursery) 12-14 weeks, 2 shears

1 GL or 8" / Quick Turn - Pinch (5" liner) (Nursery): 6-8 weeks, 1 pinch

1 GL or 8" / Quick Turn - Shear (5" liner) (Nursery) 8-10 weeks, 1 shear

2 GL / 2.25" - Pinch (Nursery): 14-16 weeks, 3-4 pinches

2 GL / 2.25" - Shear (Nursery): 16-20 weeks, 3-4 shears

3 GL / 2.25" - Pinch (Nursery): not recommended

3 GL / 2.25" - Shear (Nursery): not recommended

3 GL / Quick Turn - Pinch (5" liner) (Nursery): 16-18 weeks, 3-4 pinches

3 GL / Quick Turn - Shear (5" liner) (Nursery): 18-22 weeks, 3-4 shears

3 GL / 1 gallon shift - Pinch (Nursery): 12-16 weeks, 2-3 pinches

3 GL / 1 gallon shift - Shear (Nursery): 14-18 weeks, 2-3 shears

5 GL / 1 gallon shift - Pinch (Nursery): 16-20 weeks, 3-4

5 GL / 1 gallon shift - Shear (Nursery): 18-24 weeks, 3-4 shears

General Information

Description
A whole new look for Rose of Sharon (Hardy Hibiscus) straight from England! Large, single lavender flowers adorned with a lacy center to create an anemone-like bloom. Beautiful for use in a mixed container to create a dramatic focal point. This plant will take you on vacation without paying for a plane ticket. Feel like you’re in the tropics with Rose of Sharon Satin® or Chiffon™ series.

Growing Tips
Blooms in late summer. Grows in any soil unless it is either really wet or dry. Prune in late fall or early spring. Can be heavily pruned, but this is usually not necessary. Prefers medium moisture. Deciduous shrub. Fertilize in early spring by applying a slow release fertilizer specialized for trees and shrubs. Follow the label for recommended rate of application. A supplemental dose of liquid fertilizer may be needed in mid summer.

Exposure
Full sun

Height
96-144"

Spacing
72-84"

Hardy Temp
-20°F (-29°C)

Zone(s)
5

Uses
Great large shrub for landscape use, young plants can be used in containers but will need to be moved to the landscape as they mature. Also incredible when pruned into a small tree. This is a great addition to the mixed border, or can be a nice specimen

Features
Lavender flowers in late summer. May be pruned to shape in spring. Adaptable and easy to grow. Deer resistant. Attracts butterflies.

Patent:
Hibiscus LAVENDER CHIFFON™ 'Notwoodone ™' PP12619 Patented

There are no other plants in this series

Awards Won

2005 - Top Pick
  -Dallas Arboretum
- Gold Medal
  -Royal Boskoop Horticulture Society
- Green Thumb Award
  -Mail Order Marketing Association