Hibiscus paramutabilis - Shanghai Pink blue salvia Short spires of red blooms

Short spires of red blooms entice hungry hummingbirds

not new shoots

It blooms profusely during early to mid-summer

This variety

Hibiscus paramutabilis - Shanghai Pink blue salvia Short spires of red bloomsHibiscus paramutabilis is closely related to Hibiscus syriacus (Rose of Sharon) and has similar qualities to it, but is generally larger, both the leaves and the flowers. This variety has light pink blooms with a red dark pink eye, and forms an open, woody, small tree or bush. It blooms profusely during early to mid summer. My plant bloomed for over a month and required little care once established. Pests and diseases are minimal, and it can handle