Trunk Of Rose Of Sharon Broke

Question

My Rose of Sharon is broken at the trunk; what can i do to save it? She stands about twenty feet tall. We live in Grand Junction Colorado. Thank you

Answer 1

Just cut it down! They are very hardy, and really enjoy a good, complete cut-down every few years. They will come back from the stump with much more vigor.

Here is an article that will help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/rose-of-sharon/rose-of-sharon-bush.htm

This article will offer information on pruning:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/rose-of-sharon/pruning-rose-of-sharon.htm