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Rose Of Sharon
Hibiscus syriacus
In the United States:
Introduced
· also called shrub althea, althea
Bees visit single-flowered cultivars for nectar during its extended summer bloom on new wood. Individual flowers last one day but the display is continuous, providing a late-season resource in temperate climates; prefers well-drained soil and tolerates pruning.
| Nectar | low |
|---|---|
| Pollen | low |
| Bloom (US) | June–October |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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