Life Span
Annual and Perennial
Perennial
Type
Deciduous Shrub, Ornamental Plants, Shrub
Tree
Origin
Not Available
Southeastern United States, Central United States, South-Central United States, Mexico
Types
Diana, Oiseau Bleu, Hamabo, Red Heart, Notwoodone, William R. Smith, Meehani, Woodbridge
Elliot Pecan, Gafford Pecan
Habitat
gardens
Loamy soils, Moist woods, Tropical regions
USDA Hardiness Zone
5-9
5-9
Sunset Zone
2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
2b, 3a, 3b, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20
Habit
Upright/Erect
Upright/Erect
Flower Color
Dark Pink, Light Pink, Pink
Yellow, Green
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Fruit Color
Non Fruiting Plant
Tan, Brown
Leaf Color in Spring
Green, Light Green, Yellow
Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Light Green
Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Yellow, Green, Pink
Yellow
Leaf Color in Winter
Gold, Tan
Not Available
Leaf Shape
Ovate and toothed
Pinnate
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Spring, Summer, Fall
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun
Growth Rate
Medium
Medium
The pH of Soil
Neutral
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Drainage
Well drained
Well drained
Bloom Time
Early Summer, Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall, Fall, Indeterminate
Spring
Tolerances
Drought, Variety of soil types
Not Available
Where to Plant?
Ground, Pot
Ground
How to Plant?
Stem Cutting, Tip cutting, Vegetative Reproduction
Seedlings, Stem Planting
Plant Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Watering Requirements
It cannot sustain wet-feet, Keep the Soil well drained, Requires watering in the growing season, Water Deeply, Water frequently while growing, Water more in summer, Water when soil is dry
Requires watering in the growing season, Use Mulches to help prevent water loss during hot and windy weather, Water more in summer
In Summer
Lots of watering
Lots of watering
In Spring
Moderate
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Neutral
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Drainage Capacity
Well drained
Well drained
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun
Pruning
A hard prune may be necessary if the plant becomes woody, Cut leaves after fall, Cut or pinch the stems, Pinch or prune as they grow to promote branching and bushiness, Prune for shortening long shoots, Prune in early summer, Remove deadheads
Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth, Remove dead branches
Fertilizers
Apply 10-10-10 amount, Balanced liquid fertilizer, Do not fertilize new plants until at least a month, Use a low phosphate fertilizer to improve the quality of the blooms
Apply 10-10-10 amount, Nitrogen, Zinc fertilizers
Pests and Diseases
Aphids, Mealybugs, Red spider mite, Scale, Thripes, Whiteflies
Crown rot, Leaf curl, Leaf spot, Red blotch, Snails, Squirrels
Plant Tolerance
Drought, Variety of soil types
Heat Tolerance, Humidity, Shade areas, Soil Compaction
Flowers
Showy
Insignificant
Flower Petal Number
Single
Not Available
Foliage Texture
Medium
Medium
Foliage Sheen
Glossy
Matte
Attracts
Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Birds, Deers, Squirrels
Allergy
no allergic reactions
Rhinitis, Sinuses
Aesthetic Uses
Beautification, Borders, Landscape Designing
Cottage Garden
Beauty Benefits
Hair Conditioner, Not Available, Prevents greying of hair, Prevents Premature Baldness, Promotes Healthy Hair, Promotes healthy skin, Speed hair growth
Hair Conditioner, Making cosmetics, Reduce Bruises
Environmental Uses
Air purification
Air purification, Nesting sites for birds, Shadow Tree
Medicinal Uses
anti-inflammatory, Diuretic, Hair Loss, High blood pressure, Vitamin C
Alzheimer’s Disease, Antidepressant, Anti-oxidant, Appetite enhancer, Cardiovascular problems, Detoxifies lever, Diabetes, Gallbladder Diseases, Gout, Strengthen gums, tuberculosis
Part of Plant Used
Flowers, Leaf Stalks, Leaves
Bark, Fruits
Other Uses
Showy Purposes, Used as Ornamental plant, Used for fragrance
Air freshner, Application in Furniture, used for making charcoal, Used in making musical instruments, Used in paper industry
Used As Indoor Plant
No
No
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Container, Foundation, Houseplant, Mixed Border, Tropical
Fruit / Fruit Tree, Shade Trees
Botanical Name
Hibiscus syriacus
CARYA illinoinensis
Common Name
Syrian ketmia, Rose mallow, St Joseph's rod, Shrub Althea
Papershell Pecan, Pecan
In Hindi
Rose of Sharon Hibiscus
पेकॉन
In German
Rose von Sharon Hibiscus
Pekannuss
In French
Rose de Sharon Hibiscus
Pacanier
In Spanish
Rosa de Siria Hibiscus
Carya illinoinensis
In Greek
Rose της Sharon Hibiscus
Pecan
In Portuguese
Rosa de Sharon Hibiscus
Nogueira-pecã
In Polish
Rose of Sharon Hibiscus
Orzesznik jadalny
In Latin
Rose of Sharon Hibiscus
Pecan
Phylum
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Order
Malvales
Juglandales
Family
Malvaceae
Juglandaceae
Genus
Hibiscus
Carya Nutt.
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Subfamily
Malvoideae
Juglandoideae
Number of Species
Not Available
Season and Care of Rose of Sharon Hibiscus and Pecan
Season and care of Rose of Sharon Hibiscus and Pecan is important to know. While considering everything about Rose of Sharon Hibiscus and Pecan Care, growing season is an essential factor. Rose of Sharon Hibiscus season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter and Pecan season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. The type of soil for Rose of Sharon Hibiscus is Loam and for Pecan is Loam while the PH of soil for Rose of Sharon Hibiscus is Neutral and for Pecan is Acidic, Neutral.
Rose of Sharon Hibiscus and Pecan Physical Information
Rose of Sharon Hibiscus and Pecan physical information is very important for comparison. Rose of Sharon Hibiscus height is 400.00 cm and width 300.00 cm whereas Pecan height is 2,130.00 cm and width 1,220.00 cm. The color specification of Rose of Sharon Hibiscus and Pecan are as follows:
Rose of Sharon Hibiscus flower color: Dark Pink, Light Pink and Pink
Rose of Sharon Hibiscus leaf color: Green, Light Green and Yellow
Pecan flower color: Yellow and Green
- Pecan leaf color: Green
Care of Rose of Sharon Hibiscus and Pecan
Care of Rose of Sharon Hibiscus and Pecan include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Rose of Sharon Hibiscus pruning is done A hard prune may be necessary if the plant becomes woody, Cut leaves after fall, Cut or pinch the stems, Pinch or prune as they grow to promote branching and bushiness, Prune for shortening long shoots, Prune in early summer and Remove deadheads and Pecan pruning is done Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth and Remove dead branches. In summer Rose of Sharon Hibiscus needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Pecan needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.