Rose of Sharon - Pink Giant
Pink Giant Hibiscus, Hibiscus syriacus 'Pink Giant', is an upright growing shrub with large, single, saucer shaped flowers of enchanting pink, that bloom from July until frost. It is valuable as a specimen plant. This xeriscape plant is a vigorous, upright, vase-shaped, deciduous shrub that may be massed, planted in groups, used as a specimen, a foundation plant, or shrub borders. It can also be used as a hedge or screen. It has no serious insect or disease problems. Annual pruning back will result in increased shoot vigor and larger flowers. Pink giant is adaptable to a wide range of soil conditions and tolerant of full sun to partial shade. These small, erect trees have numerous upright branches, which should be pruned back heavily in the early spring. Mature height of 8-10' with a mature spread of 6-8'. ... details
Snowball Bush - Common About the same time, the bright red, attractive berries ripen, and persist on the plant throughout the winter. Birds, particularly Cedar Waxwings, are very fond of the berries, and can often be found snacking during the winter. Have a snowball fight in June! Kids and adults alike love this rounded plant with masses of flowers. Grows best in full sun to partial shade.
