Collie Mullins Rose Of Sharon
Best low-maintenance flowering shrub for deer-prone urban gardens.
This upright shrub is a reliable workhorse for adding vibrant, crepe-like color to your garden from mid-summer through fall. While you won't get much of a show from the foliage once the season turns, the deer-resistant blooms and urban-hardy nature make it a low-maintenance powerhouse for screening or containers.
$49.99
at
Armstrong Garden Centers (Shop)
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vibrant color long after summer peaks
- Busy homeowners needing resilient, low-effort landscape plants
- Eco-conscious gardeners wanting to support local pollinators
Who should skip it
- Low-maintenance gardeners who dislike frequent weeding
- Hands-off gardeners preferring plants that keep their shape
- Impatient gardeners who worry about slow spring growth
Performance breakdown
Bloom Impact
Double purple-red flowers provide a high-contrast, vibrant seasonal display.
Wildlife Attraction
Reliably draws butterflies and birds to the garden throughout summer.
Deer Resistance
A dependable choice for landscapes prone to frequent deer browsing.
Urban Adaptability
Thrives in city environments despite common pollution and stressors.
Versatility
Easily transitions from container centerpiece to structural garden hedge.
Maintenance Ease
Moderate growth rate requires minimal intervention for a tidy appearance.
Key Specs
Mature Height
10 feet
Mature Width
8 feet
Hardiness Zone
5b
Foliage Type
Deciduous
Bloom Time
Mid Summer to Early Fall
Light Needs
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Water Needs
Average to Moist
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type Preference
Well-Drained
Deer Resistant
True
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