Minerva Rose of Sharon

A beautiful summer bloomer with soft lavender flowers, striking ruby-red centers, and an elegant upright shape that brings lasting color to the garden. FEATURES: Beautiful deciduous flowering shrub with a naturally upright, vase-shaped habit that adds height and graceful structure to the landscape Large, lavender-purple flowers feature delicate pink undertones and dramatic deep red centers Blooms abundantly from midsummer into early fall, bringing beautiful color when many other flowering shrubs have finished Rich green foliage creates a lush backdrop that makes the soft lavender flowers stand out throughout the growing season Nearly seedless variety with excellent heat tolerance, adaptability, and a naturally dense growth habit that makes it ideal for flowering borders and informal screens Hand-selected; Fresh from the Grower Ships on our trucks because of the size of the tree – does not fit in a box Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip: Let Minerva Rose of Sharon bring a soft, romantic touch to your summer garden by pairing her lavender-purple flowers with white Hydrangeas, rosy-pink Coneflowers, or deep purple Salvia for a beautiful layered display; plant her toward the back of a mixed border where her upright branches can rise above lower-growing perennials, then add ornamental grasses to soften the planting and create movement around her colorful blooms. For a particularly inviting landscape, position Minerva near a patio or outdoor seating area where her striking flowers can be enjoyed throughout the summer and into early fall.