HIBISCUS syriacus 'Eruption'

Description: Common name: Rose mallow 'Eruption'. Deep green, maple-shaped leaves with purple shadings and an abundance of shocking-pink blooms from July to September.

Uses: A large shrub suited to a mixed border in a sunny position

Climate/Position: Full sun or partial shade preferred

Height/Spread: Height to 3 metres, spread 2 metres, but can slowly mature to a larger specimen

Soil Requirements: Any well drained fertile soil but slightly alkaline is preferable

Pruning: Avoid pruning unless removing damaged stems or shaping the shrub

Special Requirements: Be patient in spring as it is very late coming into leaf so do not think it has died!