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inherited hibiscus, rose of sharon?

15 years ago

I don't know if the picture will post..this is my first time trying to post a picture. Sorry if the file size is to big...

I inherited this hibiscus when I bought my house. In doing research I think it is a rose of sharon (blueish purple blooms) The first summer it bloomed beautifully. Last summer not as much. The area was packed with other plants and I think it didn't get enough nutrients. I read to prune it in the fall so that is what I did, but now I'm reading that it should be pruned in the spring and I'm confused. Any help to ensure I take great care of this beauty would be much appreciated! Is it considered a tree or a shrub???

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Comments (2)

tambo747
Original Author
15 years ago
The picture didn't come up... I'll try and figure this out!
bbage8
14 years ago
Large flowers may be obtained by pruning back hard to 2-3 buds in early spring. Otherwise, prune to shape.

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