Rose of sharon is usually planted in the ground but it can also be grown in containers as a lovely patio plant. One problem with growing rose of sharon in a pot is that it can get quite large, with some species growing up to 12 feet (3.5 m.).
Thanx in advance for any info. Yes, they do very well in containers. They do need ample water in the growing season. Water every day and make sure the water runs out of the holes in the bottom of the pot.
While I was reading we ran into the query “Can rose of sharon be grown in pots?”.
By Sarah Morse Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus), growing 8 to 10 feet tall and 4 to 10 feet wide, can thrive in a pot as long as you care for it well during the growing season. The plant can overwinter outdoors in U. S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 5b through 9a and prefers an area with full sun or partial shade .
One problem with growing rose of sharon in a pot is that it can get quite large, with some species growing up to 12 feet (3.5 m.). Another problem with rose of sharon in pots is that it may not be able to survive harsh winters without suitable care . That said, winter care for rose of sharon planted in the ground may be required.
Can you grow Rose of Sharon in the winter?
Hardy in zones 5-10, rose of sharon, or shrub althea, allows us to grow tropical looking blooms in non-tropical locations. Rose of sharon is usually planted in the ground but it can also be grown in containers as a lovely patio plant.
How do you plant a Rose of Sharon plant?
Roses of Sharon are hardy in USDA zones 5 through 9, so if you are gardening in zone 5 or below, you’ll want to give your potted plant some extra protection from freezing winds. Typically locations up against a wall with full sun exposure are toastiest, so you can consider moving your pot if possible.
While reading we ran into the query “How tall do Rose of Sharon plants grow?”.
Breeders have been busy with this popular plant and today there is so much variety available, you can find a rose of Sharon cultivar that stays closer to six feet tall, which would be an easier type to keep in a moderately sized container long-term.
Can You overwinter Rose of Sharon in containers?
Whether in containers or the ground, winter care for rose of sharon may be required. Learn more about overwintering rose of sharon here. Although rose of sharon commonly reseeds itself, if you’re interested in growing your own plants, it is possible to harvest rose of sharon seeds for growing.
Do you need to change pots for Rose of Sharon?
You’ll need to change pots eventually as the plant’s roots fill up that pot and grow to maturity – or consider root pruning to keep the plant in that original pot. The planter must have ample drainage holes since rose of Sharon shrubs love excellent drainage around their roots.