Rose of Sharon 'diana'
Hibiscus syriacus -Diana-

Location: Vallejo Ave.
District: Niles
Native to: Asia
Tree type: flowering
Leaf retention: deciduous

Comments: Broadleaf deciduous tree native to India and China in Asia. Dark green leaves are lobed with serrated edges, pure white round flowers are 3 to 4 inches in diameter, bark is light gray. Specimen tree is 8 to 10 foot tall and broad spreading.

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NOTICE: This specimen is located on private property.  DO NOT TRESPASS!  No right to enter private property to view the specimen tree is granted by the Roadside Arboretum.  To prevent the transfer of disease and other considerations, do not touch or take samples from the specimen tree or any other plants on the property.

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Illustration by Hugh Danaher