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Althea

March 1, 2019 by lubbock

 

Name: Althea
Height: 10-12′
Width/Spread: 5-7′
Light: Sun/Partial Shade
Evergreen/Deciduous: D
Seasonal Interest: Spring Summer
Color/Feature: Single mallowlike or double carnation-like white, pink, purple, maroon, or blue-purple flowers.
EarthKindTM: 9
Maintenance: Prune in later winter to promote vigorous shoot growth in spring
Botanical Name

& Comments:

Hibiscus syriacus
Common name is Rose-Of-Sharon. It forms an upright leggy
crown. Has a moderate growth rate.

 

Learn about other waterwise large shrubs and small trees for Lubbock County, compiled by Lubbock Master Gardener Association.

Filed Under: Plants, Resources Tagged With: althea, deciduous, full sun, hibiscus syriacus, large shrubs, partial shade, small trees

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