For Cache Valley, UT landscapes, Red Pillar Rose of Sharon brings late-season blooms when many spring shrubs are already finished without making the bed feel overdone. This is a nice choice for mixed shrub rows, especially when you want the planting to look more finished. When summer to early fall arrives, Red Pillar Rose of Sharon adds red to dark pink blooms with red centers to the garden.
Hibiscus syriacus Red Pillar (Red Pillar Rose of Sharon)
Mature Height: 10-16 feet
Mature Width: 4-5 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate, growing 12-24 inches annually.
Hardiness Zone: 5-9
Light Needs: Full sun to partial sun.
Water Needs: Moderate watering. Adaptable to most well-drained soils.
Flower Color: Red to dark pink flowers with red centers
Bloom Time: Summer to Early Fall
Fall Color: No significant fall color



