Althea Rose of Sharon magnolia well-balanced sweet-tart flavor with subtle

well-balanced sweet-tart flavor with subtle hints of honey

Mature Width (Spread) 4 to 6 feet (can spread wider over time if it produces offsets/pups at the base)

sunny climates and is tolerant of drought once established

thin sticks that don't produce fruit)

as this may lead to root rot

Althea Rose of Sharon magnolia well-balanced sweet-tart flavor with subtleAlthea, more commonly known as the Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus), is a multi stemmed shrub that typically grows upright with a vase shaped or rounded habit. It features attractive green foliage that may turn yellow in fall before dropping. The most notable feature of Althea is its large, showy flowers, which resemble hibiscus blooms. These flowers come in a variety of colors, including white, pink, purple, and blue often with a contrasting