Overview
Hibiscus syriacus 'Minerva' is a bushy shrubs in the genus Hibiscus, part of the Malvaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hibiscus syriacus 'Minerva' 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 'Minerva', commonly known as rose of Sharon 'Minerva', is a bushy deciduous shrub within the Hibiscus genus, which includes a variety of growth forms with large, funnel-shaped blooms. This cultivar thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, preferring fertile, moist but well-drained loam with neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for shrub borders, specimen planting, and hedging. 'Minerva' flowers throughout spring and summer and is best propagated by semi-hardwood cuttings.
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 'Minerva' 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 'Minerva'
- 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 'Minerva'?
Hibiscus syriacus 'Minerva' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hibiscus syriacus 'Minerva' need?
Hibiscus syriacus 'Minerva' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Hibiscus syriacus 'Minerva' hardy in the UK?
Hibiscus syriacus 'Minerva' 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 'Minerva'?
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
