How to Replant Rose of Sharon

Rose of Sharon is a large shrub that produces hibiscus-like flowers on woody stems. It is often used in the rear of a garden bed for vertical interest and color, or along property lines for privacy screening. Like many shrubs, Rose of Sharon is easier to transplant when it is smaller, but can be replanted at any size as long as the plant does not dry out.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Shovel
• Garden hose

1. Wait until midautumn to transplant your shrub. According to the Oregon State University Extension Service, a plant requires less water in the fall, reducing stress on the roots.

2. Leave as much space around the plant as you can while digging up the root ball. This will help avoid damaging the roots.

3. Dig a planting hole that is 2 feet wider and the same depth as the root ball.

4. Place the plant in the hole, supporting the root ball and stem with your hands. Do not drop the plant in the hole.

5. Fill the hole around the root ball halfway with excavated soil and tamp it gently to remove air pockets. Water with a garden hose to settle the soil, then finish filling the hole.

Tips & Warnings

• Do not mound extra soil around the trunk of the shrub.

References

• Replanting Perennials, Shrubs or Trees
• Hibiscus Syriacus
• Hibiscus Syriacus

Resources

• Rose of Sharon