Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Growing Zones
You may stop and do a double-take the first time you see the stunning flowers of the Starblast Chiffon™ Rose of Sharon. This Hibiscus syriacus cultivar boasts large, white flowers with red and pink veining. The red accents radiate from the center of the flower and provide a beautiful contrast against the pure white petals. These unique double blooms feature smaller, white petals near the center of the flower. This Rose of Sharon starts to bloom in the early summer, with flowers lasting longer than other varieties. The flowers are complemented by dark green, lobed foliage.
The Starblast Chiffon™ Rose of Sharon has a branched, woody structure and an upright growth habit. The large size makes this plant an excellent candidate for a hedge or privacy screen. The showy blooms make the Starblast Chiffon™ Rose of Sharon a natural focal point. This beauty is deer resistant and grows in zones 5 through 9.
Starblast Chiffon™ Rose of Sharon Care
Plant the Starblast Chiffon™ Rose of Sharon in full sun. The soil should be moist and allow drainage. This plant has average water needs; water it when the top several inches of soil are dry. While the Starblast Chiffon™ Rose of Sharon is heat and drought tolerant at maturity, make sure to water it during a dry spell to help the plant retain its lovely flowers.
Keep this shrub looking its best by feeding it using a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in the spring. Prune the plant to maintain an excellent shape after the flowers fade.
Starblast Chiffon™ Rose of Sharon Spacing
The Starblast Chiffon™ Rose of Sharon is a big shrub growing 8 to 10 feet tall and 5 to 8 feet wide. Create a continuous planting or hedge by spacing these shrubs 4 to 6 feet apart.
Compare Chiffon® Rose of Sharon
Compare flower color, mature size, landscape effect, and the features that set each Chiffon® Rose of Sharon apart.
| Variety | Flowers | Mature Size | Best Effect | Why Choose It |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue-lavender | 8–12' H × 4–6' W | Cool-toned specimen | Unusual blue-lavender flowers with lacy centers | |
| Clear soft pink | 8–12' H × 4–6' W | Soft romantic color | Ruffled pink blooms on a graceful upright shrub | |
| White with magenta starburst | 8–10' H × 5–8' W | High-contrast focal point | Dramatic bicolor flower unlike the other Chiffon® selections | |
| Crisp white | 8–12' H × 4–6' W | Brightening dark backgrounds | Large white flowers remain especially noticeable at dusk | |
| Rich dark lavender | 8–12' H × 6–10' W | Broad purple statement | Deeper lavender color than the original Lavender Chiffon® | |
| Saturated magenta-purple | 8–12' H × 6–10' W | Strong focal color | Richest pink-purple flower color in the collection | |
| Soft lavender | 8–12' H × 4–6' W | Classic Chiffon® look | Soft lavender flowers with the signature fluffy center |
Starblast Chiffon™ Rose of Sharon Plant Facts
Growing Conditions
- Hardiness ZonesGrowing Zones
- USDA Zones 5 to 9 (perennial); grown as an annual elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown indoors elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown in containers elsewhere (grown as a seasonal crop)
- Sun Exposure
- Full Sun (6+ Hours Direct Sun)
- Mature Height
- 8-10 Feet
- Mature Spread
- 5-8 Feet
- Growth Habit
- , Upright
- Water Needs
- Average
Flowers & Foliage
- Flower Colors
- , White, Pink
- Flower Description
- Soft and Dark Pink
- Bloom Time
- Summer to Early Fall
- Blooms On
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New Wood
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"Blooms on" tells you which stems produce flowers, which decides when it's safe to prune.
- New Wood: Flowers form on stems that grow this season. Prune in late winter or early spring without losing blooms.
- Old Wood: Flower buds form on last year's stems. Prune right after flowering. Pruning in fall or early spring removes next year's blooms.
- Both New and Old Wood: Blooms on last year's stems and again on new growth, so it flowers even after a hard winter or a mistimed pruning. Prune lightly after the first flush of blooms.
- When to Prune
- Late winter to early spring, before new growth starts
- Foliage Color
- , Green
- Foliage Description
- Green
- Foliage Type
- , Herbaceous
- Seasonal Interest
- , Summer Flowering, Fall Flowering
Garden Benefits
Plant Overview
- Common Name
- Starblast Chiffon™ Rose of Sharon
- Also Known As
- Starburst Chiffon
- Botanical Name
- Hibiscus syriacus 'Rwoods6'
- Brand
- Proven Winners
- Plant Type
- Shrub
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Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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