What is Rose of Sharon?

Rose of Sharon is a plant in the family ibiscus . This plant comes from Asia, specifically India and China, and in many regions of the world it is widely grown as a decoration. In general, the Rose of Sharon benefits five to nine in the USDA zones, making it among heavier plants in this subtropical family.

Although a plant known as the Sharon rose is listed in the Bible, the real identity of the biblical plant is unknown. Rose of Sharon is definitely a candidate, but some translators claimed that the biblical plant could be a form of Crocus, lily or even other plants in the family ibiscus . The confusion stems from the imperfect understanding of Hebrew used in this part of the Bible, paired with numerous errors and molders for centuries. It has a naturally brush growth habit and develops woodystons, serrated leaves and flat white, purple, pink or even blue flowers. Many domesticated cultivars are varied, with stunning color combinations and rich saturation of colors that some people considerThey are quite striking. Garden shops in mild and warm regions usually carry Rose of Sharon, often offer customers several cultivars.

Rose of Sharon can grow to 10 feet (three meters) and sometimes even higher, and gardeners can prune and train it to turn into a tree with a single central suitcase rather than a shrub. When Rose of Sharon is largely left alone, it tends to grow in roughly pyramidal shape and the branches can break and become unsightly.

This plant is deciduous, loses leaves in winter and grows back in spring. Rose of Sharon tends to pour out and flow very late, leading some gardeners to think that their plant scattered. A little patience is usually rewarded, because the tree eventually gets off, sometimes waiting until the summer.

For the best results in the garden, Rose of Sharon should be provided with fertile, well -drainedSoil and a very sunny place in the garden. Mulching is not recommended because the roots are subject to rot and Rose of Sharon likes hot years. It is reasonably tolerant drought, with a relatively relaxed water requirement. Pruning for shaping can take place at any time.