Overview
Hibiscus syriacus Kimono ('Britreize'PBR) is a bushy shrubs in the genus Hibiscus, part of the Malvaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hibiscus syriacus Kimono ('Britreize'PBR) 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 Kimono ('Britreize' PBR) is a deciduous shrub cultivar of the rose of Sharon, belonging to the Malvaceae family. It has a bushy habit and thrives best in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect. This cultivar prefers fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for shrub borders, specimen planting, and hedging. Its large, funnel-shaped blooms appear throughout spring and summer, adding extended seasonal interest to the garden.
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 Kimono ('Britreize'PBR) 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 Kimono ('Britreize'PBR)
- 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 Kimono ('Britreize'PBR)?
Hibiscus syriacus Kimono ('Britreize'PBR) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hibiscus syriacus Kimono ('Britreize'PBR) need?
Hibiscus syriacus Kimono ('Britreize'PBR) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Hibiscus syriacus Kimono ('Britreize'PBR) hardy in the UK?
Hibiscus syriacus Kimono ('Britreize'PBR) 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 Kimono ('Britreize'PBR)?
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
