Jean D'Arque Rose of Sharon

Jeanne d’Arc rose of Sharon is a deciduous shrub of Hibiscus syriacus, grown for double white flowers in summer. Specialist plant records spell the cultivar name Jeanne d’Arc; the care guidance here describes rose of Sharon at species level. ## Flowers and placement The [Chicago Botanic Garden plant finder](https://www.chicagobotanic.org/plant-information/plant-finder/hibiscus-syriacus-jean-darc-shrub-althea) lists Jeanne d’Arc as a shrub with white, double summer flowers, and the [Royal Horticultural Society collection record](https://collections.rhs.org.uk/view/125798/hibiscus-syriacus-jeanne-d-arc-d?limit=12&offset=26&q=facet%2Cmetadata.Genus.en.keyword%2Cequals%2CHibiscus&sort=_score) confirms the selection spelling. Use it as a flowering specimen or in a mixed shrub border where the seasonal display is easy to see. ## Growing conditions [NC State Extension](https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/hibiscus-syriacus/common-name/rose-of-sharon-2/) recommends full sun and well-drained soil for rose of Sharon, noting that the species tolerates a range of soil conditions. Water regularly while the shrub establishes, then adjust to rainfall and soil moisture during dry periods. Allow room for a woody shrub to develop without crowding nearby plants. ## Pruning Rose of Sharon flowers on new growth. Prune in spring before active growth to remove damaged or crossing branches and shape lightly; avoid late-season pruning that would remove developing flower-bearing growth. ## Maintenance Check soil moisture during establishment and after unusually dry weather. Before spring growth, inspect for damaged or crossing branches and prune selectively with clean tools.