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Purple Pillar® Rose of Sharon

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Is Now a Good Time to Plant?

Yes! Fall is one of the best times to plant!

Landscaping experts often recommend planting in fall instead of waiting until spring. Here’s why:

  • Cooler weather puts less stress on newly planted trees and shrubs.
  • Fall soil is still warm, which helps roots grow and get established.
  • Cooler temperatures mean less water is lost through the leaves, making it easier for plants to stay hydrated.
  • Even after top growth slows for winter, roots continue developing below ground.
  • Fall weather often brings more rain and less heat, making new plants easier to care for.
  • By spring, your plants already have a head start. Their established roots can support strong new leaves, branches, and flowers.
  • Trees planted in spring must establish their roots while also dealing with rising temperatures and summer heat.

Plant this fall, and your trees can spend the cooler months getting settled instead of waiting until spring to get started!

Planting your Purple Pillar® Rose of Sharon

Planting Instructions for Purple Pillar® Rose of Sharon

  1. Choosing the Right Location: Plant Purple Pillar in full to partial sun in USDA zones 5 through 9, aiming for at least six hours of direct sun for the heaviest flower display. In partial shade it still grows but may bloom less. Its tall, narrow shape suits entryways, narrow side yards and spots beside driveways.
  2. Soil Preparation: Purple Pillar grows in many soil types as long as the soil drains well. Avoid spots where water stays around the roots, and mix compost into heavy soil to improve drainage.
  3. Planting: Dig a hole about twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep, and set the shrub so the top of the root ball is level with the ground. It grows about 6 to 10 feet tall but only 2 to 3 feet wide. For a narrow privacy screen, space plants 2 to 3 feet apart so they grow shoulder to shoulder.
  4. Mulching and First Watering: Water deeply right after planting and spread 2 to 3 inches of mulch around the base, keeping it off the stems.

Care Instructions

  1. Watering: Water regularly while the shrub becomes established. Once settled in, it is easier to care for and handles short dry periods, but deep watering during long hot spells keeps buds from dropping.
  2. Fertilizing: Feed in spring with a balanced slow-release shrub fertilizer as growth begins. Avoid heavy feeding late in summer. Water before and after feeding and follow the label rate, since too much fertilizer can burn roots and cause weak, floppy growth.
  3. Pest and Disease Monitoring: Check for aphids on new growth and Japanese beetles on flowers and leaves in summer. Leaf spot can appear in wet weather. Good air flow and hand-picking beetles keep problems in check.

Maintenance and Long-Term Care

  1. Pruning: Little pruning is needed because Purple Pillar naturally keeps a tall, narrow shape. If needed, prune lightly in late winter or early spring to control size or remove damaged growth. It blooms on new wood, so spring pruning will not remove that summer's flowers.
  2. Winter Care: It handles cold winters well. Rose of Sharon leafs out late in spring, so do not worry if it looks bare while other shrubs are already green.
  3. Growing in Containers: Grow it in a large, sturdy pot with drainage holes to bring height and color to patios and decks. Water more often than in-ground plants, especially in hot weather.

Additional Tips for Growing Purple Pillar® Rose of Sharon

  1. Long Bloom Season: Large semi-double purple flowers with magenta-red centers appear from midsummer into fall, adding color after spring shrubs have finished. Each flower lasts about a day, but new buds keep opening for weeks, so the display stays fresh.
  2. Privacy: Because it is deciduous, a Purple Pillar screen is fullest from late spring through fall. Pair it with evergreens if you need winter screening.
  3. Pollinators and Shipping: The blooms attract bees, butterflies and other pollinators, so plant it near patios or garden beds to enjoy the extra activity in midsummer and fall. Due to state plant regulations, it cannot ship to California.
What Customers say about the Purple Pillar® Rose of Sharon:

The Purple Pillar® Rose of Sharon thrives in Zones 5-9

Growing Zones for the Purple Pillar® Rose of Sharon

If you live in the green area above, we recommend the Purple Pillar® Rose of Sharon.

Your Growing Zone
Recommended Zones 5-9
Mature Height 6-10 ft.
Mature Width 2-3 ft.
Cannot Ship To CA
Sunlight Full to Partial Sun
Botanical Name Hibiscus syriacus 'Purple Pillar'

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For 20+ years, our team has shipped healthy, established plants to gardeners like you- all across the country. Every plant is selected and cared for by our plant experts before it ships to your door.

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Purple Pillar® Rose of Sharon

Beware- not all Purple Pillar® Rose of Sharon plants are the same.

Be sure to get superior flowering shrubs, grown by experts.

Better Roots Make Stronger Plants: Some nurseries send you "bare root" flowering shrubs to save on shipping. Even worse, others have started digging them right out of the ground before shipping. This causes major transplant shock and long-term damage. We send you Purple Pillar® Rose of Sharon plants in soil-filled containers- ensuring a well-developed root system that will explode with growth and blooms!

Healthy Plants: We've seen other nurseries grow tall flowering shrubs in tiny pots to save on shipping. This leads to a "root bound" shrub, where the roots have outgrown their pot- they cannot absorb water and nutrients. They quickly dry out during shipment, leading to an unhealthy shrub.

Purple Pillar® Rose of Sharon adds height, privacy and bold summer blooms without taking up much space.

  • Tall, narrow shape: grows 6-10 ft. tall but only 2-3 ft. wide
  • Narrow flowering screen: plant 2-3 ft. apart for a tall hedge
  • Large purple blooms with magenta-red centers from midsummer into fall
  • Attracts bees and butterflies, and grows in zones 5-9

Not all plants are created equal

The Difference Is in the Roots

Every plant we ship has grown in a nursery container with its roots protected, so it arrives healthy, established and ready to thrive in your yard.

A full, branched Nationwide Plants tree in a nursery pot next to a thin bare-root tree with exposed roots Ours: container grown Theirs: bare root
Nationwide Plants Other Nurseries
How it's grown Grown in a nursery container, roots protected the whole time Pulled or dug from the field, tearing fragile roots
How it arrives Arrives in its pot with soil intact Arrives bare root, exposed and drying out
Before shipping Growing naturally until it ships Held dormant in a cooler, then shocked by a hot shipping box
Root health Strong, well-developed roots with room to grow Crammed into a small pot until it's root bound
Height Measured from the top of the soil Often includes the pot and roots
After planting Settles in quickly with less transplant shock Arrives stressed and can take years to recover, if it does

The height you see is the height you plant.

We measure every plant from the top of the soil, not the bottom of the pot. Many nurseries include the pot and roots, so a "5–6 ft." tree from them might stand only 4 ft. tall once it's planted.

Comparisons reflect common practices across the online plant industry, not any single company.

Honest Measurements: Some nurseries measure plants including the pot and roots, so the plant you receive is much smaller than you expected. We measure all of our plants from the soil line, so the height you see is what you can expect after planting.

From our nursery to your door

How We Ship Your Plants

Every order is hand-selected, watered and carefully packed so it arrives healthy and ready to plant. Here's what happens after you place your order.

  1. Hand-Picked for You

    Our team selects the best plant available for your order. For privacy trees, that's the tallest and fullest. For fruit trees, it's the best branched.

    Why it matters: Many online nurseries ship whatever is next in the row.

  2. A Deep Drink Before the Trip

    Every plant gets a thorough watering right before it's packed, so it starts the journey fully hydrated.

  3. Roots Sealed In

    We wrap the pot and roots in plastic to lock in moisture, so your plant has water to drink all the way to your door.

    Why it matters: Bare-root plants are often shipped with their roots exposed and drying out.

  4. Braced for the Ride

    Cardboard inserts are secured inside every box to hold your plant in place, so it won't slide, tip or get damaged in transit.

  5. Shipped Only by FedEx

    We ship your trees exclusively with FedEx. We've found they deliver the fastest and handle live plants the most gently.

And if anything goes wrong, every plant is backed by our 1 Year Warranty.

Healthy Roots Make a Huge Difference

  • Never buy bare-root plants. These trees are starved of nutrients, and have a low survival rate.
  • Beware of nurseries cut corners by growing in small pots. These "rootbound" plants are weak, struggle to absorb nutrients, and die quickly after planting.
  • Some nurseries try to sell oversized plants, but chop off vital roots so they can cram the rootball into a narrow box to save on shipping!

You Want Purple Pillar® Rose of Sharon Plants Grown by Experts

Some nurseries ship small, weak flowering shrubs grown in tiny pots to save money. These "root bound" plants struggle after planting and take longer to fill in and bloom well.

Nationwide Plants only sends you strong Purple Pillar® Rose of Sharon plants, selected and cared for by our plant experts, with healthy, developed root systems. That means they settle in quickly and start filling your space with big purple blooms sooner.

Read more about the Purple Pillar® Rose of Sharon

Purple Pillar® Rose of Sharon: Narrow Flowering Shrub for Big Summer Color

Add height, privacy, and bold blooms without taking up much space with Purple Pillar® Rose of Sharon. This upright flowering shrub grows tall and narrow, making it a great choice for small yards, tight garden beds, entryways, and narrow spaces where wider shrubs may not fit.

From midsummer into fall, Purple Pillar® produces large purple flowers with bright magenta-red centers. The blooms keep coming for weeks, adding fresh color when many other shrubs are starting to slow down.

Why You'll Love Purple Pillar® Rose of Sharon

Narrow, Upright Growth: Purple Pillar® grows more up than out, making it a smart choice for tight spaces and smaller landscapes.

Long Bloom Season: Large flowers appear from midsummer into fall for weeks of reliable color.

Bold Purple Flowers: Semi-double purple blooms have bright magenta-red centers that stand out in the landscape.

Great for Privacy: Plant several together to create a narrow flowering screen or hedge.

Low Maintenance: Its naturally tidy shape means less pruning and less work.

Pollinator Friendly: The colorful flowers help attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

A Tall, Narrow Shrub for Small Spaces

The biggest advantage of Purple Pillar® Rose of Sharon is its slim, column-like shape. It adds strong vertical height without spreading wide into walkways, driveways, or nearby plants.

This makes it especially useful in places where you want a tall flowering shrub but do not have much room to spare.

Big Purple Flowers From Summer Into Fall

Purple Pillar® starts blooming in midsummer and can continue into fall. The large semi-double flowers open in rich purple shades with bold magenta-red centers.

This long bloom season gives your landscape color during a time when many spring and early-summer shrubs have already finished flowering.

Where to Plant Purple Pillar® Rose of Sharon

Narrow Privacy Screens: Plant several in a row to create a colorful screen without using too much yard space.

Entryways: Use one or two near an entrance for a tall, elegant look with summer flowers.

Foundation Plantings: Add height and color near your home without using a wide-spreading shrub.

Formal Gardens: Its upright shape works well in clean, structured landscape designs.

Mixed Borders: Place it behind shorter shrubs and flowers to add vertical interest.

Large Containers: Grow it in a large outdoor pot to bring height and color to patios, porches, and decks.

Purple Pillar® Rose of Sharon Sun and Soil Needs

Sunlight: Plant Purple Pillar® Rose of Sharon in full sun for the best flowering and strongest growth.

Soil: It grows well in many soil types as long as the soil drains well. Avoid places where water stays around the roots for long periods.

Watering: Water regularly while the shrub is becoming established. Once the roots are settled in, it becomes easier to care for and can handle short dry periods.

Easy Care With Very Little Pruning

Purple Pillar® naturally keeps a tall, narrow shape, so regular pruning is usually not needed. Light shaping can be done if you want to control its size or remove damaged growth.

Its easy-care habit makes it a great choice for gardeners who want a strong landscape feature without a lot of extra maintenance.

A Beautiful Choice for Privacy and Pollinators

The large summer flowers do more than add color. They can also attract bees, butterflies, and other helpful pollinators to your garden.

Plant Purple Pillar® near patios, garden beds, or along property lines to enjoy both colorful blooms and more activity in your landscape.

Big Color Without a Wide Footprint

If you want a flowering shrub that provides summer blooms, vertical height, privacy, and easy care without taking up a lot of space, Purple Pillar® Rose of Sharon is an excellent choice.

Plant Purple Pillar® Rose of Sharon for months of purple flowers, a neat upright shape, and beautiful height in even the tightest landscape spaces.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Purple Pillar® Rose of Sharon

How tall does Purple Pillar Rose of Sharon get?

Purple Pillar Rose of Sharon grows about 6 to 10 feet tall but only 2 to 3 feet wide. This tall, narrow, column-like shape adds strong vertical height without spreading into walkways, driveways, or nearby plants, making it ideal for small yards and tight spaces.

When does Purple Pillar Rose of Sharon bloom?

Purple Pillar Rose of Sharon blooms from midsummer into fall. Its large, semi-double purple flowers with bright magenta-red centers keep coming for weeks. That late, long bloom season adds color after many spring and early-summer shrubs have finished flowering, keeping your garden lively late in the season.

How far apart do you plant Purple Pillar Rose of Sharon for privacy?

For a narrow privacy screen, plant Purple Pillar Rose of Sharon about 2 to 3 feet apart. Its slim 2 to 3 foot width lets plants grow shoulder to shoulder into a tall flowering hedge. Keep in mind it is deciduous, so the screen is fullest from late spring through fall.

What zones does Purple Pillar Rose of Sharon grow in?

Purple Pillar Rose of Sharon grows in USDA zones 5 through 9. It handles cold winters and hot summers well. Rose of Sharon leafs out late in spring, so do not worry if it looks bare while other shrubs are already green.

Does Purple Pillar Rose of Sharon need full sun?

Purple Pillar Rose of Sharon grows in full to partial sun, but full sun gives the best flowering and strongest growth. In partial shade, it will still grow but may produce fewer blooms. Aim for at least six hours of direct sun for the heaviest flower display.

Does Purple Pillar Rose of Sharon need pruning?

Purple Pillar Rose of Sharon usually needs little pruning because it naturally keeps a tall, narrow shape. If needed, prune lightly in late winter or early spring to control size or remove damaged growth. It blooms on new wood, so spring pruning will not remove that summer's flowers.

Does Purple Pillar Rose of Sharon attract pollinators?

Yes, Purple Pillar Rose of Sharon attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators with its large summer flowers. Planting it near patios, garden beds, or property lines lets you enjoy both the blooms and the extra activity in your landscape during midsummer and fall.

Can Purple Pillar Rose of Sharon grow in a container?

Yes, Purple Pillar Rose of Sharon can grow in a large outdoor pot, bringing height and color to patios, porches, and decks. Choose a sturdy container with drainage holes and water more often than in-ground plants, especially during hot summer weather.

What soil does Purple Pillar Rose of Sharon need?

Purple Pillar Rose of Sharon grows well in many soil types as long as the soil drains well. Water regularly while it becomes established. Once settled in, it is easier to care for and can handle short dry periods. Avoid spots where water stays around the roots.

Can Purple Pillar Rose of Sharon ship to California?

No, Purple Pillar Rose of Sharon cannot be shipped to California (CA) due to state plant regulations. It can be shipped to other states. California gardeners who want a narrow flowering shrub should look for an alternative permitted in their state.
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