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Homes & Gardens
Thomas Rutter

Why is my rose of Sharon turning yellow? Expert advice for common gardening problems

Rose of Sharon with lilac flowers in a sunny garden.

Rose of Sharon, or Hibiscus syriacus, is a popular garden shrub, valued for its large pink, purple or white flowers that bloom during the summer months and into early fall. In general, this shrub is a hardy, resilient plant that requires very little maintenance, although one common problem is yellowing foliage.

If you are worried about a rose of Sharon turning yellow, this is usually a sign that the plant is struggling. There are usually a few issues that cause foliage to turn yellow, typically water, nutrition, pests and disease.

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