{"product_id":"3-red-althea-rose-of-sharon-hibiscus-starter-plants-bare-root-shrubs-12-24","title":"3 Red Althea Rose of Sharon Hibiscus Starter Plants – Bare Root Shrubs 12-24\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eRed Althea, also known as Rose of Sharon or Hibiscus syriacus, is a deciduous flowering shrub prized for its large, tropical-looking blooms. This variety produces striking red flowers that stand out against deep green foliage from midsummer into early fall. It is a favorite for mixed borders, hedges, and foundation plantings, and its late-season blooms provide color when many other shrubs have finished flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese starter plants are shipped as bare root shrubs measuring 12 to 24 inches, ready to establish in the garden. Rose of Sharon is adaptable and low-maintenance, tolerating a range of soil conditions once established. It attracts pollinators and can be used as a specimen plant or in a flowering hedge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces large, red, hibiscus-like blooms in summer and early fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeciduous shrub with upright, vase-shaped growth habit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks well in borders, hedges, and as a specimen plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBare root starter plants are easy to plant and establish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hibiscus syriacus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous flowering shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, average garden soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; water regularly until established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, vase-shaped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer to early fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 to 12 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 to 6 feet apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant bare root shrubs as soon as possible after arrival. Soak the roots in water for a few hours before planting. Dig a hole wide enough to spread the roots without crowding, and position the plant at the same depth it was growing previously. Backfill with soil, firm gently, and water thoroughly. Apply a layer of mulch around the base, keeping it away from the stem.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater regularly during the first growing season to help roots establish. Once established, Rose of Sharon is fairly drought tolerant. Prune in late winter or early spring to shape the plant and encourage vigorous growth. These shrubs bloom on new wood, so pruning before growth begins will not reduce flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis listing includes 3 Red Althea Rose of Sharon Hibiscus starter plants shipped as bare root shrubs measuring 12 to 24 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67739751579958,"sku":"EDNA-182","price":122.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.8125746169_p3er.jpg?v=1792115054","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/3-red-althea-rose-of-sharon-hibiscus-starter-plants-bare-root-shrubs-12-24","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}