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Lil' Kim® Red Rose of Sharon
Hibiscus syriacus 'SHIMRR38' PP #27,195; CPBRAF
Pronunciation: hi-BIS-kus si-ri-A-kus
SKU #42428
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Vigorous, uniform growth; reaches 3 to 4 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | Continuous summer color with a profusion of stunning flowers on this dwarf variety with attractive dark green foliage and a compact, upright form. The luxurious rosy-red blooms are accented with a rich carmine red eye. Works in harmony with a variety of flowering perennials. Excellent for use as a small hedge or container specimen. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Waterwise, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Drought Tolerant, Tolerates Urban Pollution, Black Walnut Tolerant, Road Salt Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen |
| Design Ideas | This hardy dwarf shrub is an important source of late-summer color in cottage gardens, beds and borders. Use in romantic country gardens or cutting borders. Makes a very good low hedge to screen undesirable objects such as utilities or crawl space openings. Set at the back or middle of the bed to combine with other flowering shrubs that blossom earlier in the season. |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Companion Plants | Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Viburnum (Viburnum); Lilac (Syringa); Lavender (Lavandula); Phlox (Phlox) |
| Care Instructions | Adaptable to most well-drained soils except very wet or dry. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established reduce frequency; tolerates brief periods of drought. Fertilize before new growth begins in spring. Blooms on new wood; pruning is rarely needed but may be done in early spring to shape. |
| History | Lil' Kim® Red (H. syriacus 'SHIMRR38') is a selection from a breeding program in Korea, prized for its vibrant reddish flowers and noted for its compact, upright to outward branching habit and its vigorous, uniform growth. |
| Lore | Hibiscus syriacus is a long-lived plant. |
Details
| Description | Continuous summer color with a profusion of stunning flowers on this dwarf variety with attractive dark green foliage and a compact, upright form. The luxurious rosy-red blooms are accented with a rich carmine red eye. Works in harmony with a variety of flowering perennials. Excellent for use as a small hedge or container specimen. Deciduous. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Waterwise, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Drought Tolerant, Tolerates Urban Pollution, Black Walnut Tolerant, Road Salt Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen |
|---|---|
| Design Ideas | This hardy dwarf shrub is an important source of late-summer color in cottage gardens, beds and borders. Use in romantic country gardens or cutting borders. Makes a very good low hedge to screen undesirable objects such as utilities or crawl space openings. Set at the back or middle of the bed to combine with other flowering shrubs that blossom earlier in the season. |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Companion Plants | Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Viburnum (Viburnum); Lilac (Syringa); Lavender (Lavandula); Phlox (Phlox) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Adaptable to most well-drained soils except very wet or dry. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established reduce frequency; tolerates brief periods of drought. Fertilize before new growth begins in spring. Blooms on new wood; pruning is rarely needed but may be done in early spring to shape. |
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History
| History | Lil' Kim® Red (H. syriacus 'SHIMRR38') is a selection from a breeding program in Korea, prized for its vibrant reddish flowers and noted for its compact, upright to outward branching habit and its vigorous, uniform growth. |
|---|---|
| Lore | Hibiscus syriacus is a long-lived plant. |
Frequently asked questions
Does Lil' Kim® Red Rose of Sharon produce flowers?
Summer
Is Lil' Kim® Red Rose of Sharon evergreen or deciduous?
Lil' Kim® Red Rose of Sharon is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Lil' Kim® Red Rose of Sharon?
Lil' Kim® Red Rose of Sharon is Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Waterwise, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing, Compact Form.
Is Lil' Kim® Red Rose of Sharon resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Drought Tolerant, Tolerates Urban Pollution, Black Walnut Tolerant, Road Salt Tolerant
How fast does Lil' Kim® Red Rose of Sharon grow?
Lil' Kim® Red Rose of Sharon has a Fast growth rate.
Where can I use Lil' Kim® Red Rose of Sharon in my landscape?
Lil' Kim® Red Rose of Sharon is suitable for: Border, Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen.
How can I use Lil' Kim® Red Rose of Sharon in my garden design?
This hardy dwarf shrub is an important source of late-summer color in cottage gardens, beds and borders. Use in romantic country gardens or cutting borders. Makes a very good low hedge to screen undesirable objects such as utilities or crawl space openings. Set at the back or middle of the bed to combine with other flowering shrubs that blossom earlier in the season.
What color are Lil' Kim® Red Rose of Sharon flowers?
Lil' Kim® Red Rose of Sharon produces Red flowers.
What color is the foliage of Lil' Kim® Red Rose of Sharon?
Lil' Kim® Red Rose of Sharon has Dark Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Lil' Kim® Red Rose of Sharon?
Good companion plants for Lil' Kim® Red Rose of Sharon include: Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Viburnum (Viburnum); Lilac (Syringa); Lavender (Lavandula); Phlox (Phlox).
How do I care for Lil' Kim® Red Rose of Sharon?
Adaptable to most well-drained soils except very wet or dry. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established reduce frequency; tolerates brief periods of drought. Fertilize before new growth begins in spring. Blooms on new wood; pruning is rarely needed but may be done in early spring to shape.
What is the history of Lil' Kim® Red Rose of Sharon?
Lil' Kim® Red (H. syriacus 'SHIMRR38') is a selection from a breeding program in Korea, prized for its vibrant reddish flowers and noted for its compact, upright to outward branching habit and its vigorous, uniform growth.
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About Us
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.