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Azurri Satin Rose-of-SharonHibiscus syriacus ‘DVPa
From Proven Winners comes the first ever seedless Rose-of-Sharon with large, single blue flowers. This easy-to-grow plant adds unusual color to the summer landscape. Makes an easy to maintain, colorful hedge or can be added to perennial borders and mixed beds. Azurri Satin can also be used in large container gardens - it makes a stunning patio specimen plant. The deer-resistant Rose-of-Sharon attracts hummingbirds and butterflies. Full sun. Height 8' to 12', with a 4' to 6' spread. (zones 5 to 9)
Hardiness Zones
The azurri satin rose-of-sharon can be expected to grow in Hardiness Zones 5–9. View Map
Tree Type
Mature Size
The Azurri satin rose-of-sharon grows to a height of 8–12' and a spread of 4–6' at maturity.
Growth Rate
This shrub grows at a slow to medium rate, with height increases of anywhere from less than 12" to 24" per year.
Sun Preference
Full sun is the ideal condition for this shrub, meaning it should get at least 6 hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight each day.
Soil Preference
The Azurri satin rose-of-sharon grows in a wide range of soils.
Attributes
This shrub:
- Is deer-resistant and easy to grow.
- Produces scented, star-like flowers with ruffled edges in a purple hue with bluish tint that are densely clustered in spikes.
- Blooms April–May.
- Grows in a rounded shape.
- Is a strong-growing, seedless cultivar.
- Works well in perennial border and mixed beds, as a hedge and in large container gardens.
Wildlife Value
Butterflies and hummingbirds are attracted to the flowers.
History/Lore
This cultivar was developed in Belgium at DVP breeding station.