Rose of Sharon 'Boule de Feu' (Hibiscus syriacus): Ball of Fire

Overview

Hibiscus syriacus 'Boule de Feu' (French for "Ball of Fire") is a Rose of Sharon cultivar suggesting intense, fiery flower color.

Key Characteristics

• Family: Malvaceae
• Genus: Hibiscus
• Species: syriacus
• Cultivar: Boule de Feu

Description

This cultivar likely has deep red or orange-red flowers, 3–4 inches, perhaps double or semi-double. The name implies a rounded, full flower form. The shrub is deciduous, 8–10 feet, blooming summer to fall.

Landscape Use

A bold color accent for the late summer garden. The fiery color stands out. Use as a specimen or in a mixed shrub border. Very cold hardy (zones 5–9).