Set2 (12-24”) Aphrodite Althea (Bare Root)

The 2 Aphrodite Althea Bare Root shrubs offer a stunning addition to any garden or landscape. These bare root shrubs, scientifically known as Hibiscus syriacus, belong to the Rose of Sharon family and thrive in USDA hardiness zones 5 to 8. With their showy pink blooms featuring a dark red eye, they provide an enchanting focal point in your outdoor space.

Growing to a mature height of 6 to 10 feet with a spread of 4 to 8 feet, these shrubs are perfect for hedges, borders, or standalone displays. Their flowers bloom from June to October, ensuring a long-lasting burst of color throughout the growing season. They perform best in full sun to part shade and prefer well-drained soil with medium moisture levels.

The Aphrodite Althea is a low-maintenance plant that tolerates deer, drought, clay soil, and black walnut, making it an adaptable and hardy choice for various landscapes. Additionally, it attracts butterflies, adding beauty and movement to your garden. Delivered in a bare root format, these plants are easy to handle and establish quickly once planted.

Key Features and Benefits

1. Product Type: 2 bare root Aphrodite Althea shrubs (Hibiscus syriacus).
2. Size: 12-24 inches tall, ideal for quick and easy planting.
3. Bloom Time: Showy pink flowers with a dark red eye bloom from June to October.
4. Hardiness: Thrives in zones 5-8, tolerates drought, clay soil, deer, and black walnut.
5. Wildlife Attraction: Attracts butterflies, enhancing garden biodiversity.

Examples of Use

• Landscaping: Create colorful borders or hedges with these stunning shrubs.
• Decor: Use as a focal point in flower beds or garden pathways.
• Wildlife Habitat: Provide nectar for butterflies and pollinators.
• Gift: A thoughtful present for housewarmings, birthdays, or garden lovers.

FAQs

1. How tall will the Aphrodite Althea shrubs grow?
   These shrubs grow to a mature height of 6-10 feet, with a spread of 4-8 feet.
2. What are the ideal growing conditions for these shrubs?
   They thrive in USDA zones 5-8, full sun to part shade, and well-drained soil with medium moisture.
3. What is a bare root shrub?
   Bare root shrubs are delivered without soil around the roots, making them lightweight, easy to handle, and quick to establish when planted.
4. When will the shrubs bloom?
   The Aphrodite Althea produces showy pink flowers with a red eye from June to October.
5. Do these shrubs require a lot of maintenance?
   No, they are low-maintenance plants, tolerant of drought, deer, and challenging soil conditions.