Northwest Blooms · Shrubs
Hibiscus syriacus 'Notwoodone'
Lavender Chiffon Rose of Sharon
- Family
- Malvaceae
- Height
- 8 to 10 feet
- Width
- 6 to 8 feet
- Flower color
- Lavender with a lacy, anemone-like center
- Foliage color
- Green
- Bloom time
- Late summer (July to September)
- Light
- Full sun
- Water
- Moderate
- Maintenance
- Low; occasional pruning to maintain shape and remove dead wood
- Growing zone
- USDA Zones 5 to 9
- Wildlife
- Attracts bees and butterflies
About this plant
Hibiscus syriacus 'Notwoodone' is a deciduous shrub that blooms in mid to late summer with large, semi-double flowers. The blooms feature a delicate blend of soft pink to lavender petals, with a prominent dark red eye at the center. These flowers add a graceful touch to landscapes, providing a lasting color display throughout the warmer months.
Originating from the breeding efforts of the U.S.-based Proven Winners plant breeding program, 'Notwoodone' is valued for its ability to tolerate a variety of garden conditions. The plant's unique flower color, combined with its resistance to certain diseases, makes it a popular choice for ornamental gardens, hedges, and mixed plantings.
Works well in
Sun Gardens · Hummingbird Gardens · Pollinator Gardens · Cottage Gardens
Companion plants
Juniper · Beautyberry · Larkspur · Pincushion flower · Wallflower · Grape hyacinth
Design tip
The semi-double, anemone-like flowers give ‘Lavender Chiffon’ a softer texture than single-flowered Rose of Sharon. Use its repeated lavender blooms to create rhythm through a long summer border without adding excessive visual weight.
