Unique shrub with dainty little white flowers punctuated with a showy red eye. Has thick, dark green leaves and the flowers last for three days instead of one day before falling. Has many landscape and garden uses; great for mixed containers, mixed perennial beds or for around decks or entry gardens. Prune in March and keep at 7′-8′ to avoid split-out. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Botanical Name- Hibiscus syriacus’Antong Two’ Pronunciation- hy-BIS-kus seer-ee-AY-kus Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 5 ft Mature Height- 4 ft Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun Soil Preferences- Moist, compost enriched, well-drained soil, but tolerant of most soils Current Size- 3 Bloom Color- White / dark red Bloom Time- Mid summer – fall Companion Plants- Gaillardia ‘Mesa Peach’ – warm color synergy 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
