Rose of Sharon.

The pink hibiscus is often read as a softer, more tender counterpart to the fiery red varieties. Where red speaks of passion and power, pink carries associations with friendship, affection, and gentle love. In many cultures, giving or wearing a pink hibiscus is a way of expressing admiration or warm regard without the intensity of romance.

Because the blooms last only a day yet appear in abundance, the pink hibiscus also suggests fleeting moments of joy, treasured for their brightness rather than their permanence. It’s a flower that captures the sweetness of connection in its most human, everyday form.