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Summer–Autumn
Rose of Sharon
Hibiscus syriacus
Family: Malvaceae
Floralsweetfloral
SeasonSummer–Autumn
OriginEast Asia
IntensityFaint
LifespanPerennial
About This Flower
Floral · Summer–Autumn bloomer
Rose-of-Sharon produces large, single hibiscus flowers in lavender, white, and pink through late summer into autumn, a bloom of Mediterranean warmth with a subtle, sweet floral scent.
Symbolism & Meaning
consumed by love, delicacy, persuasion
In the Victorian language of flowers, rose of sharon means “Consumed by love”.
Habitat & Environment
East Asia
Rose of Sharon is native to East Asia.
Quick Reference
- Scientific NameHibiscus syriacus
- FamilyMalvaceae
- Native ToEast Asia
- Bloom SeasonSummer–Autumn
- LifespanPerennial
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