Looking for a hardy shrub with big and beautiful trumpet-shaped flowers? Look no further than Hibiscus syriacus, also known as Rose of Sharon or Rose Mallow. This deciduous shrub reaches heights of 2-4 meters and boasts dark pink flowers with yellow-tipped white stamens. While individual flowers only last a day, the numerous buds produced by new growth provide prolific flowering throughout the summer. Plus, the shrub is highly tolerant of poor soil, pollution, and drought. Native to much of Asia, Hibiscus syriacus is also the national flower of South Korea and is commonly planted as a hedge in Southern Europe. With many cultivars available, this beautiful and versatile shrub is the perfect addition to any garden.