If you want to attract hummingbirds to your garden, Rose of Sharon is a perfect choice – I planted mine last year and I’ve never seen so many hummingbirds visiting!
These shrubs bloom in late summer and fall, producing bright flowers that hummingbirds can’t resist. But be careful though – some older varieties tend to drop a lot of seeds, which can quickly spread and take over your garden (and no one wants a garden dominated by just one plant!).
Luckily, there are some newer varieties that won’t take over, and they’re just as stunning as the regular ones!
So, if you’re ready to bring more hummingbirds to your yard, check out these Rose of Sharon varieties:
1. Your Garden Will Be Pretty In Pink With Aphrodite
If you’re into soft pink colors that make you feel like you’ve stepped into a fairy tale, Aphrodite is the ideal fit for you!
These gorgeous blooms will last from spring to late summer, attracting a whole bunch of hummingbirds and making your garden look dreamy.
And they’re so much more controlled than older varieties, so you won’t find yourself dealing with endless seedlings.
However, Aphrodite is a little sneaky and tends to cross-pollinate with other varieties, which could lead to some rogue seedlings popping out of nowhere. Although it’s mostly sterile, you’ll want to keep an eye on this one, just in case it decides to do its own thing.
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2. Helene Variety Is Known For Its Classic White Elegance
For all those gardeners who like classy gardens, you should definitely consider growing the Helene variety.
With pure white flowers, this cultivar brings a sense of elegance that will never go out of style. It’s like the little black dress of the Rose of Sharon family – always in fashion and looking fabulous.
Helene is also great in full sun, but even if your garden isn’t getting a lot of direct sunlight, you don’t have to worry because this variety is flexible enough to thrive in shady spots. It won’t mind the drought or poor soil conditions, too!
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3. Make The Lavender Dream Come True With The Minerva Variety
If you want your garden to be filled with bold lavender blooms, then Rose of Sharon ‘Minerva’ is the perfect choice for you!
This hardy plant brings cheerful purple flowers to your garden, drawing in plenty of hummingbirds for a lively, colorful scene!
Like the others, Minerva prefers full sun but is adaptable enough to handle less light if needed. So even if you don’t have the sunniest spot in your yard, this variety will still bring the beauty without the fuss.
But Watch Out For Those Sneaky Seedlings
Even with their mostly sterile status, these precious plants aren’t entirely foolproof.
As much as we’d love to just sit back and relax, it’s important to know that these cultivars can still occasionally produce seeds (especially Aphrodite, remember?).
I would recommend you to keep an eye out on them just in case and you’ll have a gorgeous, low-maintenance garden without these unwanted sprouts.
In the end, whether you go for pink, white, or lavender, these Rose of Sharon varieties are a fantastic choice for attracting hummingbirds and adding vivid colors to your space.
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