Hibiscus syriacus 'Lil' Kim® Red' is a compact rose of Sharon that delivers big late-summer color on a tidy, shrub form. You get a manageable plant that typically reaches about 36-48 inches tall and fills in to about 36-48 inches wide, making it easy to place in foundations, mixed shrub borders, or large containers.

Plant it in full sun for the heaviest bloom, though it will also perform in part shade. Give it average moisture as it establishes, then water during extended dry spells. This shrub tolerates a range of soils, including clay and leaner ground, as long as drainage is reasonable. Mulch the root zone to conserve moisture and reduce temperature swings.

Because it flowers on new wood, you can prune in late winter or early spring to shape and encourage fresh growth without sacrificing the season's blooms. Remove winter-damaged stems and thin crowded branches to improve air flow. In areas where winter is harsh, some tip dieback can occur, but plants typically rebound as growth resumes.

Rose of Sharon is a favorite for pollinator activity, and its long bloom season brings garden interest when many shrubs are finished. Use it as a small hedge, a specimen, or a repeated rhythm plant for dependable summer-to-fall color in USDA zones 5-8.

Specifications

• Cold hardiness zone: 5-8 (-20 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
• Light: Full sun   Part sun
• Growth rate: Fast
• Mature height: 36-48"
• Spread: 36-48"
• Tolerant of: Deer, Drought, Poor Soil, Salt
• Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds
• Edible: Yes

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