Blue Chiffon® Rose of Sharon Tree Form

Blue Chiffon® Rose of Sharon Tree Form is a small ornamental tree with ruffled blue flowers. A tree-form profile identifies this selection as Hibiscus syriacus 'Notwoodthree' ([tree profile](https://jfschmidt.com/all-trees/trees/blue-chiffon-rose-of-sharon/)); Kew recognizes Hibiscus syriacus as a species in the genus Hibiscus ([taxonomy](https://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:560890-1)). ## Profile The exact tree-form datasheet lists a mature height of 12 feet and spread of 8 feet ([datasheet](https://jfschmidt.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/bluechiffonroseofsharon.pdf)). Spring Meadow's broader cultivar profile gives mature ranges of 8–12 feet tall and 6–10 feet wide ([cultivar profile](https://springmeadownursery.com/plantfinder/blue-chiffon-30280)); these describe different estimates for the tree form and the broader cultivar. The selection is hardy in USDA zones 5–9 and flowers in summer and fall, with blue blooms and green foliage ([Spring Meadow](https://springmeadownursery.com/plantfinder/blue-chiffon-30280); [Proven Winners](https://www.provenwinnerscolorchoice.com/plant/blue-chiffon-rose-of-sharon/)). ## Planting and care Plant in full sun and well-drained soil. Use it as a specimen, hedge, foundation planting, screen, or mixed-border accent; the small-tree form also suits patios and smaller gardens. It tolerates heat, clay, drought, and deer pressure. Provide average water while establishing; after its first year, the plant becomes more drought tolerant. Fertilize in spring if flowering declines ([Proven Winners growing guide](https://www.provenwinnerscolorchoice.com/plant/blue-chiffon-rose-of-sharon/)). ## Maintenance Regular pruning is not needed. Shape the crown in early spring if desired; flowers develop on new wood, so finish any shaping before new growth begins ([Proven Winners growing guide](https://www.provenwinnerscolorchoice.com/plant/blue-chiffon-rose-of-sharon/)).