Lucy Rose of Sharon

Lucy rose of Sharon is a deciduous Hibiscus syriacus shrub with double pink flowers in summer. The Chicago Botanic Garden documents the named Lucy selection, while the care guidance below draws on NC State Extension information for the species. ## Flowers and landscape use Its layered pink blooms provide a summer focal point in a mixed shrub border or as a flowering specimen. The [Chicago Botanic Garden plant finder](https://www.chicagobotanic.org/plant-information/plant-finder/hibiscus-syriacus-lucy-lucy-rose-sharon) identifies Lucy as a shrub selection with double flowers. ## Site and growing conditions Plant in full sun and well-drained soil. [NC State Extension](https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/hibiscus-syriacus/common-name/rose-of-sharon-2/) describes rose of Sharon as adaptable to a range of soils and recommends sun for dependable flowering. Water regularly during establishment, then adjust to rainfall and soil moisture through dry periods. ## Seasonal care Rose of Sharon blooms on new growth. Prune selectively before spring growth to remove damaged or crossing branches and maintain a natural shrub outline; avoid late-season cuts that remove developing flower-bearing shoots. ## Maintenance Check soil moisture during the first growing season and after prolonged dry weather. Inspect the shrub each spring and remove damaged wood with clean pruning tools.