Notes
A bushy shrub with prettily lobed leaves, Hibiscus syriacus Oiseau Bleu has the most wonderful deep blue/purple petals, unfurling to reveal deep cherry markings and a white eye. Because it is late flowering, it creates a wonderful display when other plants are starting to fade. A recipient of the RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit), for all round excellence in the garden.
Dimensions
- Pot Size: 3L
- Height and Spread: 150cm - 200cm (5ft - 6ft 6iin) x 150cm (5ft)
Features
Insights
In their native Asia and Pacific Islands, the exotic, trumpet-shaped flowers of hibiscus entice hummingbirds to collect pollen, but flowering in a sunny border here, they are a late summer treat for bees and other pollinating insects.
Details
- Flowers: August - October
- Hardy
Planting
- All moist soil types
- South or West aspect
- Full sun
- Sheltered
Care
Protect from severe winter weather or late spring frost
Glossary
In The August Garden
