Hibiscus syriacus 'Minerva' ~ Minerva Rose of Sharon border Drought and heat tolerant

Drought and heat tolerant

Apollo is a male pollinator for late flowering Winterberries and Sparkleberries

It is relatively drought-tolerant once established but benefits from regular watering during dry periods

It attracts various butterflies and caterpillars which in turn provide food for birds

COMPANION PLANTS: Climbing Rose

Hibiscus syriacus 'Minerva' ~ Minerva Rose of Sharon border Drought and heat tolerantMinerva Rose of Sharon is a woody shrub with an upright habit and deep green toothed maple like foliage. Huge lavender flowers with a dark red eye bloom from midsummer until the first frost attracting butterflies. Best bloom in full sun and moist well drained soils. Type: Shrub Origins: China Height: 5' 8' Spread: 5' 6 Spacing: 5 USDA Hardiness Zone: 5 8 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color: Purple Season of Interest: Summer, Fall MAINTENANCE