ROSE OF SHARON 'MINERVA'
Maintenance Level
Low
Placements
outdoor
Toxic
No
Fragrance
Mild
Seasons
Summer (July - October)
Plant Height
5-8 feet
Water Frequency
Winter
3-4 times a week
Summer
once a month
Fertilizer Frequency
Winter
once a month
Summer
No
Rose of Sharon 'Minerva' is a vibrant, deciduous shrub that grows 8-10 feet tall and wide. It features large, showy flowers with white petals and a dark red center, blooming from summer to fall. This hardy, low-maintenance plant thrives in full sun and well-draining soil, making it ideal for gardens, borders, or hedges.
<b>1. Choose a sunny spot: </b><br> Plant in full sun for best blooming. <br> <b>2. Planting: </b><br> Dig a hole twice the size of the root ball and plant in well-draining soil. <br> <b>3. Watering: </b><br> Water regularly until established, then reduce watering as it becomes drought-tolerant.
<b>1. Vibrant flowers: </b><br> Large, showy white blooms with dark red centers that bloom from summer to fall. <br> <b>2. Low maintenance: </b><br> Drought-tolerant once established and pest-resistant. <br> <b>3. Attractive foliage: </b><br> Adds color and texture to gardens with its green leaves.
Dos
<b>1. Watering: </b><br> Regularly water until established, then reduce frequency as it becomes drought-tolerant. <br> <b>2. Pruning: </b><br> Light pruning in late winter or early spring to remove dead wood and shape. <br> <b>3. Fertilizing: </b><br> Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring.
Don'ts