Ardens Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus 'Ardens')

The Ardens Rose of Sharon, Hibiscus syriacus Ardens, is an upright, deciduous shrub is that is vigorous, erect, multi-stemmed shrub that typically grows 8-12' tall. Larger flowers may be obtained by pruning back hard to 2-3 buds in early spring. This shrub may also be trained as a single trunk tree or espalier. Otherwise, prune to shape. 'Ardens' bears blue flowers from late summer until mid-fall. Order online, today! Leaves are diamond-shaped, dark green, slightly palmate and toothed. * $9.95