Lil' Kim Red Rose Of Sharon
Hibiscus syriacus 'Antong Two'Lil’ Kim Red Rose Of Sharon is a compact flowering shrub that delivers bold color from midsummer into fall. Large, rich red blooms with deep crimson centers cover the plant when many other shrubs have finished flowering. Bright green foliage forms a dense backdrop that highlights the vibrant blossoms while maintaining a clean appearance throughout the growing season. Its naturally compact, upright habit offers the classic beauty of Rose of Sharon in a size that fits today’s landscapes.
Growing about 3 to 4 feet tall and wide, Lil’ Kim Red Rose of Sharon is ideal for foundation plantings, mixed borders, and small gardens. The uniform growth habit creates a tidy appearance with little pruning, while the extended bloom season provides weeks of reliable color. This flowering shrub also performs well as a specimen or in patio containers, adding vertical interest without overwhelming nearby plants. Group plantings create a striking display of continuous summer blooms.
Lil’ Kim Red Rose Of Sharon grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It adapts well to clay, loam, and sandy soils and tolerates heat, humidity, and short periods of drought after establishment. Water regularly during the first growing season to encourage a healthy root system, then irrigate during extended dry spells as needed. Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring, and prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins to maintain its shape and encourage vigorous flowering.
Care Instructions:
Planting: Plant in full sun in well-drained soil with good air circulation.
Soil: Adapts to Clay, Loam, and Sand soils with good drainage.
Watering: Water regularly during establishment and during extended dry periods.
Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring.
Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
Spacing: Plant 3′ – 4′ (ft) apart.
Maintenance: Remove damaged branches as needed.
Bright flowers, compact growth, and dependable performance make Lil’ Kim Red Rose Of Sharon an outstanding landscape shrub for residential gardens. The long bloom season attracts honeybees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other pollinators while adding lasting summer color. Whether planted as a specimen, in borders, or near patios, this easy-care shrub provides season-long beauty with minimal maintenance.
