Nearly any will work, but the following perennials are especially complementary when used for rose of Sharon companion planting:
- Purple coneflower (Echinacea)
- Phlox (Phlox)
- Oriental lilies (Lilium asiatic)
- Blue globe thistle (Echinops bannaticus 'Blue Glow')
- Lavender (Lavendula)
- How far apart should you plant rose of Sharon?
- How do you landscape a rose of Sharon?
- Does Rose of Sharon like shade?
- What can I plant near hibiscus?
How far apart should you plant rose of Sharon?
Plant about 2'-3' apart for a single row hedge.
- Hardiness Zones. The rose-of-sharon can be expected to grow in Hardiness Zones 5–9.
- Tree Type.
- Mature Size. The rose-of-sharon grows to a height of 8–12' and a spread of 6–10' at maturity.
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- Wildlife Value.
How do you landscape a rose of Sharon?
Landscape with rose of Sharon in the home garden a variety of ways.
- Create a wall of blooms by planting several rose of Sharon shrubs in a straight line. ...
- Plant three rose of Sharon shrubs in a triangular pattern to form a focal point in the landscape. ...
- Add a rose of Sharon tree to an existing flower bed to add height.
Does Rose of Sharon like shade?
The rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus) enjoys full sun to partial shade. Also known as Shrub Althea, the plant is considered hardy to USDA Hardiness zones 5 through 9, an area that encompasses much of the U.S. aside from the upper Midwest.
What can I plant near hibiscus?
Daylilies are versatile perennials that thrive in the same climates as hibiscus. Their strappy foliage contrasts nicely with the broad leaves of hibiscus, adding interest to the design even when the plants aren't in bloom. 'Going Bananas' is a prolific bloomer, flowering in waves from early summer to frost.