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   AZURRI SATIN®     Hibiscus syriacus 'DVPazurri' ppaf, c  
 

Blue Rose of Sharon just got even better. Azurri Satin® Hibiscus is the first ever sterile, seedless selection with blue flowers.

Its large, single flowers are an intense, rich blue adorned with an attractive ruffled margin. The growth is superior to 'Blue Bird' which is a weak growing plant that is notoriously mixed up in the market. This strong flowering hybrid was developed in Belgium after years of breeding. 

Hardiness:  USDA Zone 5

Bloom Time:  Mid-summer to fall

Bloom Color: Large, single, rich blue.

Foliage Color:  Dark green

 
 

Share your experience: Rate how has this variety has performed in your garden. 

Size:  8-12 feet tall

Exposure:  Full sun

Soil: Grows in about any soil unless it is either really wet or dry.

Pruning: In late fall or early spring. Can be heavily pruned.

Watering: Medium moisture

Wildlife: None

Type: Deciduous

Fertilizing: Fertilize in early spring by applying a slow release fertilizer specialized for trees & shrubs. Follow the label for recommended rate of application. 

Uses: Late season color, groupings or masses, perennial or shrub borders, specimen, screens or hedges.

Breeder:  Dr. Johan Van Huylenbroeek at the Flemish ILVO breeding station of Belgium

Awards:  The Silver Florall Award 2008 Belgium

A tremendous improvement in blue rose of sharon.  Strong growing plant with lots of large, brightly colored, sterile blooms. Seedless and more vigorous than older varieties.

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