HIBISCUS syriacus 'China Chiffon'
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HIBISCUS syriacus 'China Chiffon'
Commonly known as Rose of Sharon, Tree hollyhock
White flowers with a red centre
£20.00
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to know
From the Chiffon series which are more compact. Can be kept compact by spring pruning as flowers form on current year's growth -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, powdery mildew -
Place of origin
China to India -
DeciduousOval to diamond-shaped, 3-lobed, coarsely toothed, dark green leaves to 10cm (4in) long
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Semi-double
Two rows of petals with conspicuous stamens -
Trumpet
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Fully hardy
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Height
2m (6½ft) -
Spread
1.5m (5ft)
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Tall ShrubErect shrub. Flowers are produced from the leaf axils
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich
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Neutral to alkaline soil
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Full sun
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Mature Size2m (6½ft)
1.5m (5ft)
