Add a touch of elegance to your garden with the Purple Althea Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus). This 2-pack of bare root shrubs is perfect for creating stunning borders, hedges, or a captivating focal point in your landscape. Known for its vibrant purple blooms, this Rose of Sharon variety will bring long-lasting color from midsummer through fall.

These hardy and low-maintenance shrubs thrive in full sun and well-drained soil, making them an excellent choice for both novice and experienced gardeners. The Purple Althea is drought-tolerant once established, requiring only regular watering during its first year. Attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds to your garden with its profuse blooms, creating a vibrant and lively outdoor space.

The Purple Althea Rose of Sharon can reach heights of 8–12 feet and widths of 6–10 feet, providing ample coverage and visual appeal. Pruning can be done to maintain the desired shape and size. These shrubs are suitable for USDA Zones 5–9, ensuring their adaptability to a wide range of climates. Shipped as 2 bare root live plants, each measuring 11–22 inches tall, they are ready to be planted and enjoyed.

Planting these Purple Althea Rose of Sharon shrubs offers numerous benefits. Their vibrant purple blooms provide a continuous display of color throughout the late summer and fall, enhancing the aesthetic appeal of your garden. The shrubs attract beneficial pollinators, contributing to a healthier and more vibrant ecosystem. Additionally, their drought tolerance makes them a sustainable and low-maintenance option for any landscape.

Enhance your garden with the beauty and resilience of the Purple Althea Rose of Sharon. With its stunning blooms, easy care requirements, and ability to attract pollinators, this shrub is a perfect addition to any outdoor space. Order your 2-pack of bare root shrubs today and transform your garden into a vibrant and colorful oasis.

Frequently Asked Questions:

How tall will these Purple Althea Rose of Sharon shrubs get? These shrubs can reach a height of 8-12 feet and a width of 6-10 feet at maturity. What type of soil is best for planting these shrubs? The Purple Althea thrives in most well-drained soils. How much sunlight do these shrubs need? They prefer full sun but can tolerate partial shade. When is the best time to plant these bare root shrubs? The ideal planting time is in the spring or fall. How often should I water these shrubs? Water regularly during the first year to help them establish. Once established, they are drought-tolerant and require less frequent watering.