Ardens Rose of Sharon
Hibiscus syriacus 'Ardens'

Foliage: Green
Fall Foliage: Insignificant
Fruit:  Brown capsule 
Habit/Form: Upright
​Uses: Hedge, accent shrub

Zone Hardiness:  5 - 8
Plant Height:  8 - 12  ft
Plant Width: 6 - 10 ft 
Light: Sun/part shade
​Growth Rate: Medium

'Ardens' is known for its ravishing lilac-pink double flowers adorned with darker veins in their center. The flowers stand out against the foliage of maple-like, deeply toothed, green leaves. Blooming continuously from midsummer to fall, the flowers decorate the bush until late in the season, a valuable attribute in most gardens. Can tolerate wind and seashore conditions. Best flower production is obtained in full sun. Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
Also known as Shrub Althea.
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