Diana Althea Shrub/Tree Quart container(1-2ft)

The Diana Althea Shrub/Tree Quart Container is a stunning addition to any garden or landscape, offering year-round beauty and versatility. Known botanically as Hibiscus syriacus and commonly referred to as Rose of Sharon, this deciduous shrub or tree features showy white blooms that thrive from mid-summer through early fall, long after other plants have stopped flowering.

Delivered in a quart container, this 12-18 inch plant is easy to handle and plant. It grows to a mature height of 8-10 feet with a spread of up to 5 feet, making it perfect for hedges, borders, or as a decorative focal point. This adaptable plant can be maintained as a shrub or pruned into a small tree, depending on your landscaping preferences.

The Diana Althea thrives in zones 5-9, preferring full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Its low-maintenance nature makes it an excellent choice for novice and expert gardeners alike. Additionally, it tolerates drought and clay soil, making it ideal for challenging growing conditions. Enhance your garden with this elegant shrub that also attracts pollinators like butterflies while resisting deer.

Key Features and Benefits

1. Product Type: Diana Althea (Hibiscus syriacus) in a quart container.
2. Size: 12-18 inches tall, ready for easy planting.
3. Bloom Time: Showy white flowers bloom from mid-summer to early fall.
4. Hardiness: Thrives in USDA zones 5-9, tolerates drought and clay soil.
5. Growth Habit: Can be grown as a shrub or pruned into a small tree, with a mature height of 8-10 feet and spread of up to 5 feet.

Examples of Use

• Landscaping: Create striking borders or hedges with its elegant white blooms.
• Decorative Planting: Use as a standalone focal point to enhance garden aesthetics.
• Seasonal Appeal: Add interest to your garden during late summer and early fall.
• Pollinator Habitat: Attract butterflies to your yard.
• Gift Idea: A thoughtful gift for gardening enthusiasts or special occasions.

FAQs

1. How tall will the Diana Althea grow?
   It matures at a height of 8-10 feet with a spread of up to 5 feet.
2. What are the ideal growing conditions for this plant?
   It thrives in USDA zones 5-9, prefers full sun to partial shade, and requires moist, well-drained soil.
3. Can it be pruned into a tree shape?
   Yes, the Diana Althea can be maintained as a shrub or pruned into a small tree, depending on your preference.
4. When does the plant bloom?
   It produces showy white flowers from mid-summer to early fall, extending your garden’s flowering season.
5. Is it drought-resistant?
   Yes, this plant tolerates drought and clay soil, making it ideal for less-than-ideal growing conditions.