Rose of Sharon 'Paraplu Violet' PW

Paraplu® Violet Rose of Sharon

Tropical-looking blooms. Hardy Canadian performance.

Bring months of vibrant colour to your landscape with Paraplu® Violet Rose of Sharon. This improved variety is covered in large, rich violet-purple blooms from midsummer through early fall, providing a welcome burst of colour when many other shrubs have finished flowering. Its compact, upright habit makes it perfect for smaller gardens, foundation plantings, or as a stunning focal point.

Why you'll love it:

• 💜 Large, vibrant violet flowers all summer long
• 🌸 Long bloom season from mid-summer into fall
• 🐝 Loved by bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
• 🌿 Compact, upright habit fits beautifully into modern landscapes
• ☀️ Heat and drought tolerant once established
• ✂️ Easy to maintain with minimal pruning

Whether planted as a specimen, in a flowering hedge, or mixed with other summer-blooming shrubs, it delivers reliable colour and pollinator appeal year after year.

Growing Conditions

• Sun: Full Sun
• Height: 5 - 8 ft (1.5–2.4 m)
• Spread: 4 - 5 ft (1.2–1.5 m)
• Hardiness: Zone 5

With its abundant blooms, refined habit, and dependable performance, Paraplu Violet Rose of Sharon is an easy choice for adding late-season beauty to any sunny garden.