I remember our neighbor had a Rose of Sharon when I was a child and I was fascinated by it; thought it was one of the loveliest things I'd seen at the time. I was just looking at the entry in our database and there's a chance I could grow one here.
I know it wouldn't be the same as having the original plant that your mom moved, but if you're still in an area where it will grow, perhaps you might like to get a replacement? I know I grow certain plants just because my mom liked them.
Oh, and Welcome to ATP
, stilllme115!