Red Pillar® Rose of Sharon
Hibiscus syriacus 'GFNHSRP' PP 35,332
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Red Pillar® Rose of Sharon highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Growing Zones
Talk about a showstopper! The Red Pillar® Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus 'GFNHSRP') is a jaw-dropping, columnar flowering bush that reaches 10-16 feet tall yet stays just 4-5 feet wide. This deciduous shrub explodes with large, semi-double white blooms, each with a bold red eye that radiates down the petals. Blooming from mid-summer into fall, these flowers invite pollinators with their cheerful, tropical flair!
Unlike traditional, round-shaped Rose of Sharon (also known as Althea), this Proven Winners® selection grows in a tall, narrow pillar shape - perfect for tight spaces or vertical accents. The foliage is deep green and provides a lush background to the dazzling flowers, holding strong through summer heat!
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Key Features
Native to Asia and beloved for centuries, Rose of Sharon shrubs are members of the Mallow family (Malvaceae), making them relatives of Hibiscus, Hollyhocks, and even Okra!
- Deciduous flowering shrub
- Semi-double white blooms with bold red centers
- Blooms from mid-summer to fall
- Tall and narrow, space-saving pillar form
- Attracts pollinators and hummingbirds
Landscaping Uses
Symbolizing delicate beauty and love, this flowering bush has a long history in both gardens and culture, and Red Pillar® brings a modern twist with its unique columnar form. The Red Pillar® Rose of Sharon is perfect for vertical accents and colorful summer privacy. At 10-16 feet tall and just 4-5 feet wide, its upright habit makes it a natural choice for hedges, screens, and privacy, and garden drama.
- Narrow flowering hedge or screen
- Space-saving privacy planting
- Vertical accent in mixed shrub borders
- Specimen plant for front or back yards
- Stunning backdrop for perennial beds
Care & Maintenance
Hardy in USDA Zones 5-9, Red Pillar® is a deciduous shrub that thrives in full sun. It is heat-tolerant, tough as nails once established, and handles urban conditions with ease.
- Planting Time: Spring or fall
- Sun Requirements: Full sun for best blooms
- Soil Requirements: Well-drained, average soils; tolerates clay and urban conditions
- Moisture Needs: Moderate; keep evenly moist until established - use the Finger Test
- Mulch: Maintain a 3-4 inch layer of arborist mulch
- Fertilization Needs: Use a balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring; compost is beneficial
- Pruning Info: Prune in late winter or early spring - blooms on new wood. Can be shaped as needed
- Renewal Pruning: Every 3-5 years if overgrown
Special Perks:
- Deer-resistant
- Drought-tolerant once established
- Urban-tolerant
- Low-maintenance
Don't forget to order your Nature Hills Root Booster for lifelong symbiotic root support.
A Pillar Of Garden Beauty
If your garden needs color that climbs high but stays narrow, the Proven Winners® Red Pillar® Rose of Sharon is your dream plant. With dazzling blooms, pollinator appeal, and a dramatic columnar form, it delivers unmatched vertical flair. Order your Red Pillar® Rose of Sharon from Nature Hills today and let this upright beauty transform your garden!
