HIBISCUS SYR. `BLUE CHIFFON`-Rose of Sharon

Rose of Sharon »  Large blue flowers in late summer »  Adaptable and easy to grow »  Blooms July through September »  Deer resistant »  Attracts butterflies »  Heat tolerant »  Drought tolerant »  Salt tolerant Proven Winners Category:Shrub Breeder:Proven Winners Hardiness Zone:5-8 Height:8-16 ft Spread:6-8 ft Bloom Color:Blue Shades There's something about blue colored Rose of Sharon flowers in the summer that makes gardeners happy. With the introduction of 'Blue Chiffon'® from breeder Dr. Roderick Woods of England, America's summer happiness factor may soar! The exquisite blue flowers displayed by 'Blue Chiffon'® feature pleasing deep lavender-blue outer petals surrounding a lacy center of lighter lavender-blue petals giving it a semi-double appearance. The flower centers are accented with wine red color that streaks out from the veins of the petals. 'Blue Chiffon'® blooms profusely from July through September, is very tolerant of summer's heat and humidity and loves a sunny location. It will make a perfect old school summer specimen planting or a stunning border planting when grouped.