Rose of Sharon 'Nolwen'

Hibiscus syriacus 'Nolwenn'

Rose of Sharon 'Nolwenn' (Hibiscus syriacus 'Nolwenn') is a beautiful flowering shrub that can be effectively utilized in the garden if you understand its growth characteristics and cultivation methods.

Growth Characteristics
- Growth Form: It is an upright shrub that typically grows to a height of 2 to 4 meters.
- Flowering Period: It blooms for a long period from summer to early autumn.
- Flower Color: It mainly produces large, poppy-shaped white flowers characterized by a deep red bud in the center.
- Cold Hardiness: It has moderate cold hardiness and thrives even in cold regions.

Propagation Methods
- Seed Propagation: It is relatively simple, but the germination rate may be low.
- Cuttings: Take cuttings from branches that grew this year in spring or early summer.
- Grafting: It can be grafted using the same Rose of Sharon species as the rootstock.

Cultivation Methods
- Soil: It prefers well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soil. - Sunlight: It grows best in a location that receives plenty of sunlight. It can tolerate partial shade, but the amount of blooming may decrease.
- Watering: Water thoroughly and regularly during the growing season. However, excessive moisture should be avoided.
- Fertilizer: Apply organic fertilizer in spring and autumn.

Uses in the Garden
- Hedges: It is suitable as a hedge because it is thornless and easy to maintain.
- Greenhouses: Due to its long flowering period, it is also good for decoration in greenhouses.
- Pot Cultivation: Its moderate size allows it to grow well even when planted in large pots.

Important Pests and Control Methods
- Pests: It can be damaged by aphids, scale insects, etc., so use insecticides regularly.
- Diseases: Fungal diseases may occur, so ensure good ventilation and use appropriate fungicides if necessary.
- Prevention and Management: Prevent pests and diseases through periodic pruning, and suppress fungal growth by tidying up the environment in late autumn and winter. Through these characteristics and management methods, you will be able to effectively cultivate the hibiscus 'Nolwen'.

Plant Family	Malvaceae
Height	2m
Spread	1.5m
Colors	pink
Bloom Period	June to September
Water Needs	commonly
Exposure	Sunny
Freezing Resistance	-15°C

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