Enhance Your Garden with the Diana Althea
The Diana Althea (Hibiscus syriacus) is a remarkable shrub/tree that adds beauty and versatility to any landscape. With its stunning white blooms, this plant thrives from mid-summer to early fall, extending the flowering season when other plants have faded. Delivered in a convenient quart container, this 12-18 inch tall plant is easy to handle and ideal for gardeners of all skill levels.
Growth and Care
This deciduous shrub can reach a mature height of 8-10 feet and spread up to 5 feet, making it perfect for creating striking borders or hedges. The Diana Althea can be maintained as a shrub or pruned into a small tree, offering flexibility to suit your landscaping needs. It thrives in USDA zones 5-9 and prefers well-drained, moist soil in full sun to partial shade.
Benefits of the Diana Althea
This low-maintenance plant is drought-tolerant and can withstand clay soil, making it an excellent choice for challenging growing conditions. Additionally, it attracts pollinators such as butterflies, enhancing the biodiversity of your garden. Its elegant white flowers not only provide aesthetic appeal but also make it a thoughtful gift for gardening enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How tall will the Diana Althea grow? It matures at a height of 8-10 feet with a spread of up to 5 feet.
- 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.
- 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.
- When does the plant bloom? It produces showy white flowers from mid-summer to early fall, extending your garden’s flowering season.
- Is it drought-resistant? Yes, this plant tolerates drought and clay soil, making it ideal for less-than-ideal growing conditions.