Hibiscus Magenta Chiffon Rose of Sharon
Best low-maintenance shrub for gardeners seeking vibrant, long-lasting summer color.
Discover the Hibiscus Magenta Chiffon Rose of Sharon, an award-winning cultivar celebrated for its unique, fully double powderpuff blooms in vibrant magenta-purple. This stunning shrub offers a long blooming period from summer to fall, attracting delightful hummingbirds to your garden. It gracefully forms an elegant, rounded bush, making it a low-maintenance and effortless addition to any landscape. Perfect for specimen planting, creating hedges, or enhancing large containers, this perennial shrub thrives in full sun and moist, well-drained soil, providing beautiful seasonal interest.
$24.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
1072
/ 2693
#1072 in Plants
Price vs Category Average
-43%
Below average
SKU
27894
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vibrant, tropical-style focal points
- Landscapers wanting low-maintenance, non-invasive shrub varieties
- Homeowners needing reliable color during late-summer lulls
Who should skip it
- Impatient gardeners worried about winter survival
- Busy homeowners avoiding regular structural maintenance
- Organic gardeners wary of frequent pest management
Performance breakdown
Bloom aesthetic
Double powderpuff magenta blooms provide a high-impact, sophisticated visual display.
Maintenance effort
Requires minimal pruning and care to maintain its elegant, rounded shape.
Pollinator appeal
Reliably draws hummingbirds into the garden throughout the long blooming season.
Seasonal longevity
Extended flowering window keeps the landscape vibrant from summer through fall.
Versatility
Adapts seamlessly to specimen planting, formal hedges, or large container arrangements.
Hardiness range
Reliable performance across USDA zones five through nine for broad regional utility.
Key Specs
SKU
27894
Cultivar
'Rwoods5'
Item Form
1-Quart
Bloom Color
Magenta-Purple
Foliage Color
Medium Green
Habit
Upright
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 5 - 9
Features
- Award-winning Chiffon® series cultivar
- Long blooming period: summer to fall
- Unique fully double, powderpuff blooms
- Attracts hummingbirds
- Forms an elegant, rounded bush
- Effortless gardening and low maintenance
- Suitable for hedges and containers
- Blooms on new wood
What customers say
Customers rave about the Hibiscus Magenta Chiffon's exceptional quality and stunning design. Reviewers consistently note the plant arrives healthy and establishes quickly, showcasing excellent initial quality. The deep magenta color and unique layered petals truly exceed expectations, creating a spectacular garden focal point. Despite some mentioning slow initial growth, the eventual prolific blooming and hardiness confirm this Rose of Sharon is a worthwhile investment. It delivers significant aesthetic value, making it a standout choice for any garden seeking beauty and impressive visual appeal.
Know before you buy
This shrub performs best in full sun, which means at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily. Planting it in a sunny spot ensures the most prolific bloom production throughout the summer and fall.
The Magenta Chiffon is relatively low-maintenance and naturally maintains an elegant, rounded habit. Because it blooms on new wood, you can prune it in late winter or early spring to shape the plant or encourage more vigorous growth for the coming season.
Yes, this cultivar is well-suited for large containers. Ensure your pot has adequate drainage and is large enough to accommodate the shrub's root system as it matures.
The Magenta Chiffon Rose of Sharon is hardy in USDA zones 5 through 9. If you live in the colder end of this range, it is a reliable perennial that will return each spring.
You can expect a long season of interest, as this variety blooms continuously from summer through fall. The double, powderpuff flowers provide consistent color when many other garden plants have finished their cycle.
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