Rose of Sharon no blooms since I transplanted it

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  1. shirleyann

    shirleyann New Seed

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    I transplanted a rose of sharon a couple of years ago. I have done nothing to it as that is what I was told. For the past two years, I have had no flowers on it; it is not dead because the leaves are still growing on it. It is sad when I see others growing in full bloom but not mine. Any advise???? Thanks.



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  3. eileen

    eileen Resident Taxonomist Staff Member Moderator Plants Contributor

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    Here's what I do with my Rose of Sharon.

    In early spring I cut the bush back to 2-3 leaf buds on each branch and then put a layer of compost underneath and around the plant. Pruning ensures that the flowers will appear from the new growth later on in the year.
     
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    Papa2mykids Seedling

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    Yes, I would prune it in the spring or late winter, as these shrubs bloom on currant years growth.

    This should encourage bloom.

    You may want to add a triple phosphate food (0-50-0) to really encourage bloom.

    Ron
     

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