5G Hibiscus syriacus 'Blue Chiffon' ('Notwoodthree') Blue Chiffon® Rose of Sharon: Patent PP20,574 1005595
- » Large blue flowers in late summer
- » Adaptable and easy to grow
- » Blooms July through September
- » Deer resistant
- » Attracts butterflies
- » Heat tolerant
- » Drought tolerant
- » Salt tolerant
- Category:Shrub
- Breeder:Proven Winners
- Hardiness Zone:5-8
- Height:8-16 ft
- Spread:6-8 ft
- Bloom Color:Blue Shades
There's something about blue colored Rose of Sharon flowers in the summer that makes gardeners happy. With the introduction of 'Blue Chiffon'® from breeder Dr. Roderick Woods of England, America's summer happiness factor may soar! The exquisite blue flowers displayed by 'Blue Chiffon'® feature pleasing deep lavender-blue outer petals surrounding a lacy center of lighter lavender-blue petals giving it a semi-double appearance. The flower centers are accented with wine red color that streaks out from the veins of the petals. 'Blue Chiffon'® blooms profusely from July through September, is very tolerant of summer's heat and humidity and loves a sunny location. It will make a perfect old school summer specimen planting or a stunning border planting when grouped.