rose of Sharon

How to Grow and Care for rose of Sharon

rose of Sharon · Hypericum calycinum
Also known as: Aaron's beard; large-flowered St John's wort; Resurrection plant

Grows well in moist but well-drained soil in sun or partial shade. Ideal for under trees. May have the potential to become a nuisance if not managed well

Watering: Moderate watering, tolerates slight dryness once establishedSunlight: Full shade · Full sun · Partial shadeFruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing rose of Sharon

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate watering, tolerates slight dryness once established
Sunlight requirementsFull shade · Full sun · Partial shade
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Soil typeChalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained · Well drained
FertilizingLight balanced feed in spring
ToxicityFruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care Tips

Grows well in moist but well-drained soil in sun or partial shade. Ideal for under trees. May have the potential to become a nuisance if not managed well

How to Water rose of Sharon?

Moderate watering, tolerates slight dryness once established

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for rose of Sharon?

Full shade · Full sun · Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for rose of Sharon?

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What Soil Is Best for rose of Sharon?

Soil type
Chalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for rose of Sharon?

Moist but well drained · Well drained

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How to Fertilize rose of Sharon?

Light balanced feed in spring

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How to Prune rose of Sharon?

Usually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering.

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How to Propagate rose of Sharon?

Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings

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How to Transplant rose of Sharon?

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How to Care for rose of Sharon in Winter?

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How to Plant rose of Sharon?

Grows well in moist but well-drained soil in sun or partial shade. Ideal for under trees. May have the potential to become a nuisance if not managed well

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How to Repot rose of Sharon?

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How to Harvest rose of Sharon?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to a rust and honey fungus (rarely)

Pests

Generally pest-free

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The Toxicity of rose of Sharon

Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

More General Info About rose of Sharon

Attributes of rose of Sharon

Plant typeShrubs
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread1-1.5 metres
FoliageEvergreen · Semi evergreen
HabitSuckering
OriginSouthern Europe, Southwestern Asia

Scientific Classification

Species
Hypericum calycinum
Genus
Hypericum
Family
Hypericaceae
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