Hibiscus syriacus Blue Chiffon®

Unusual blue flowers for the late summer garden. It has the same vigorous growth and lacy blooms as the rest of the Chiffon® series, but with a shocking blue color. Each is adorned with a lacy center to create an anemone-like bloom. Bold yet delicate, Blue Chiffon® is a star in the garden from late summer to fall. The distinctive flower color complements many popular late summer perennials. Blue Chiffon rose of Sharon is featured in our "Indigo Gal" magazine ad. Top reasons to grow Blue Chiffon rose of Sharon:
Refined, rounded habit with soft, elegant stems
Blue flowers with fluffy centers
Long bloom period
Best Seller
Long Blooming
Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Salt Tolerant
Attracts: 
Birds
Butterflies
Hummingbirds
Resists: 
Deer
Characteristics
Plant Type:  Shrub
 
Shrub Type:  Deciduous
 
Height Category:  Tall
 
Garden Height:  96 - 144 Inches 
 
Spread:  72 - 120 Inches 
 
Flower Colors:  Blue
 
Foliage Colors:  Green
 
Habit:  Upright
 
Plant Needs
Light Requirement:  Sun
The optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).
Maintenance Category:  Easy
Blooms On:  New Wood
Bloom Time:  Summer
Hardiness Zones:  5-9

Uses Notes:  Late season color for hedges, perennial or shrub borders, specimen and containers. This is a nice addition to the mixed border, and can also be used as a specimen plant for late summer interest. Excellent for hedging.