| | | Family | Malvaceae | | Plant Type | deciduous shrub | | Zone | USDA: 5a - 8b RHS: H EGF: H1 - H4 Australia: 1 - 2 | | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 2.4 - 3.5 m (8 - 12 ft) | | Spread | 1.2 - 1.8 m (4 - 6 ft) | | Light | full sun to partial shade | | Soil Moisture | average, well-drained | | Soil Type | | | Soil pH | | | | Description | The deciduous shrub Hibiscus syriacus 'American Irene Scott' (Sugar Tip) (rose of Sharon) bears showy blossoms during mid summer to mid-fall. | | Typical Uses | Hedge. | | Special Characteristics | This deciduous shrub attracts butterflies to your garden. | | |