Produces and abundance of nearly continuous, exceptional flowers over a long bloom season. Heavily ruffled, clear pink blooms have a deep red eye. The densely branched habit with thick, deep green foliage is perfect for a hedge or screen, and is easily trained as a small tree. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Botanical Name- Hibiscus syriacus ‘Aphrodite’ Pronunciation- hy-BIS-kus seer-ee-AY-kus Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 6 ft Mature Height- 8 ft Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun Soil Preferences- Prefers a moist, well-drained soil, enriched with compost, but tolerant of most soils Current Size- 3 Bloom Color- Pink Bloom Time- June – September Companion Plants- Purple Coneflower ‘White Swan’ – pink vs white, pollinator friendly Fauna Attracted- Bees (bumble, honey), hummingbirds Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C9 Yearly Care Instructions- Prune in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth. Water regularly during bloom season. A balanced fertilizer in spring boosts flowering. Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter or early spring, cutting back to outward-facing buds. This encourages strong summer blooms. Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced or slightly higher phosphate fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14 or 5-10-5) in spring; moderate to high feeding need. Loosen clay and water well for big blooms. Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-tone Possible Issues- Japanese beetles, aphids, rust
