Overview
Hibiscus syriacus B'Twist Lavender ('Mingravi4') is a bushy shrubs in the genus Hibiscus, part of the Malvaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hibiscus syriacus B'Twist Lavender ('Mingravi4') grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include shrub borders, specimen planting and hedging.
About
Hibiscus syriacus B'Twist Lavender ('Mingravi4'), commonly known as rose of Sharon 'Mingravi4', is a bushy deciduous shrub within the Hibiscus genus. This cultivar thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, preferring fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and is suitable for shrub borders, specimen planting, and hedging. The plant produces large, funnel-shaped blooms during spring and summer, contributing extended seasonal interest.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hibiscus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Hibiscus syriacus B'Twist Lavender ('Mingravi4') size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Shrub borders, specimen planting, hedging
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hibiscus syriacus B'Twist Lavender ('Mingravi4')
- Propagation
- Semi-hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, scale insects, mealybugs, glasshouse whitefly
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus, powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Hibiscus syriacus B'Twist Lavender ('Mingravi4')?
Hibiscus syriacus B'Twist Lavender ('Mingravi4') prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hibiscus syriacus B'Twist Lavender ('Mingravi4') need?
Hibiscus syriacus B'Twist Lavender ('Mingravi4') grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Hibiscus syriacus B'Twist Lavender ('Mingravi4') hardy in the UK?
Hibiscus syriacus B'Twist Lavender ('Mingravi4') has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Hibiscus syriacus B'Twist Lavender ('Mingravi4')?
Semi-hardwood cuttings.
More in the Hibiscus genus
- Hibiscus 'Copenhagen'
- Hibiscus 'Mahogany Splendor'
- Hibiscus acetosella 'Haight Ashbury'
- Hibiscus acetosella 'Red Shield'
- Hibiscus arnottianus
- Hibiscus calyphyllusRock's hibiscus
- Hibiscus clayi
- Hibiscus coccineusAmerican scarlet rose mallow
