Hibiscus syriacus Blue Chiffon® (Blue Chiffon® Rose of Sharon)

Large blue flowers in late summer Adaptable and easy to grow Blooms July through September Deer resistant Attracts butterflies Heat tolerant Drought tolerant Salt tolerant

There's something about blue colored Rose of Sharon flowers in the summer that makes gardeners happy. With the introduction of 'Blue Chiffon'® from breeder Dr. Roderick Woods of England, America's summer happiness factor may soar! The exquisite blue flowers displayed by 'Blue Chiffon'® feature pleasing deep lavender-blue outer petals surrounding a lacy center of lighter lavender-blue petals giving it a semi-double appearance. The flower centers are accented with wine red color that streaks out from the veins of the petals. 'Blue Chiffon'® blooms profusely from July through September, is very tolerant of summer's heat and humidity and loves a sunny location. It will make a perfect old school summer specimen planting or a stunning border planting when grouped.

Hardiness Zone 5-8 Height 8-16 ft Spread 6-8 ft