Red Pillar Rose Of Sharon – 3 Gallon Pot

An exclamation point in your garden, the Red Pillar Rose of Sharon is much like its cousins ‘Purple Pillar’ and ‘White Pillar’ in that it grows in an upright columnar form. This beauty produces an abundance of dazzling bi-color pinkish-red flowers with a prominent bullseye splash of red at the center. The flowers come all summer long, adding even more appeal to the garden. The butterflies and hummingbirds will thank you for planting this one as well.

If you love Crape Myrtles, you’ll all love Rose of Sharon. We consider the Rose of Sharon one of the most underrated ornamental plants in the plant world. They are very easy to grow and require little to no maintenance. We have many Rose of Sharon planted in our gardens and rarely have to touch them. No insect or disease problems. No issues with heat or drought. The deer won’t touch them…and best of all, the masses of beautiful flowers keep coming for months, providing a constant show of color!

Growing in an upright, columnar form 10 to 16 feet tall with a spread of 4 to 5 feet, the Red Pillar Rose of Sharon has many uses in the landscape. It is ideal for use as a specimen, in groupings, or as a narrow hedge or screen where space is limited. It is also great for accentuating entryways or as a vertical accent anywhere in the sunny landscape. Plant one near the patio or other outdoor living spaces so you can enjoy the flowers and the butterflies and hummingbirds that will visit them. 

Suggested Spacing:  3 to 3.5 feet apart for a solid hedge or screen; 7 feet or more apart for space between plants

The Red Pillar Rose of Sharon is very easy to grow and maintain. Simply plant it where the sun shines most of the day and in moist but well-drained soil of average fertility. Some light shade is tolerated, but too much shade causes plants to become leggy and diminishes flowering. Constantly soggy or wet soil or standing water can be problematic. Established plants are quite drought-tolerant. They require little, if any, pruning, though a stray branch can be removed at any time of year.