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Rose of Sharon 'White Chiffon' – Hibiscus syriacus

Overview

'White Chiffon' is a beautiful Rose of Sharon cultivar (Hibiscus syriacus) introduced in 2000 (PP12612) by Woods. It features fully double, pure white flowers with a chiffon-like texture, blooming profusely from midsummer to fall.

Botanical Profile

Family:Malvaceae (mal-VAY-see-ee)
Genus:Hibiscus (hi-BIS-kus)
Species:syriacus (seer-ee-AK-us)
Cultivar:White Chiffon
Additional cultivar information:(PP12612, aka Notwoodtwo, White Chiffon®)
Hybridized by:Woods
Registered or introduced:2000

Plant Description

Deciduous shrub 8–12 feet tall, 6–8 feet wide, vase-shaped. Flowers are 3–4 inches across, fully double with many petals, pure white, resembling chiffon fabric. Foliage is green, three-lobed. Blooms on new wood from July to September.

Cultivation

  • Zones: 5–9.
  • Sun: Full sun.
  • Soil: Average, well-drained.
  • Water: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established.
  • Pruning: Late winter to early spring.

Uses

Stunning as a specimen, hedge, or in mixed borders. The double white flowers are long-lasting and elegant.

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