'America Irene Scott', also marketed as Sugar Tip® (PP20579), is a unique Rose of Sharon cultivar (Hibiscus syriacus) distinguished by its variegated foliage—blue-green leaves edged in creamy white—and soft pink double flowers.
| Family: | Malvaceae (mal-VAY-see-ee) |
| Genus: | Hibiscus (hi-BIS-kus) |
| Species: | syriacus (seer-ee-AK-us) |
| Cultivar: | America Irene Scott |
| Additional cultivar information: | (PP20579; aka Sugar Tip®) |
Deciduous shrub 5–6 feet tall and wide, more compact than typical. Leaves are blue-green with irregular creamy white margins. Flowers are double, soft pink, 3 inches across, blooming midsummer to fall. The variegation is stable and adds season-long interest.
Excellent for small gardens, containers, or as a focal point. The variegated foliage brightens shady areas.
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