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Finding True Red Rose of Sharon Seeds

Red Hibiscus vs. Red Rose of Sharon

Most "red" Rose of Sharon seeds are actually reddish-purple. True red hibiscus (hardy to zone 4) have large red flowers.

Sources

Search eBay for "red rose of sharon" or "rose of sharon".
Check gardening blogs/forums for seed trades.
Consider hardy red hibiscus (Hibiscus moscheutos) for guaranteed red.

True red Rose of Sharon is rare; hibiscus is a showier alternative.

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