Q. My Rose of Sharon is becoming quite large and seems to be producing fewer flowers each year. What can I do?

A. I noticed Rose of Sharon in flower in late summer when I traveled out and about in the area. Rose of Sharon is an interesting plant that was introduced to Europe from Syria, but actually was native to China and India for centuries. It was introduced to Korea from Japan and it is a plant that is still well-loved and even mentioned in their national anthem.

Rose of Sharon later made its way to England in the 18th century and was brought to the Americas by early colonists. It is still popular because it is a relatively low-maintenance plant with flowers that bloom late into the season and attract all sorts of pollinators such as bees and hummingbirds. Rose of Sharon produces flo

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