Description
Purple Rose of Sharon – Hibiscus Syriacus ‘Purple’ | Shrub Althea Flowering Perennial
Vibrant Purple Blooms from Summer to Fall
The Hibiscus Syriacus ‘Purple’, also known as Purple Rose of Sharon or Shrub Althea Purple, is a compact, upright, and fast-growing deciduous shrub prized for its eye-catching purple flowers and vigorous bloom cycle. This beautiful hibiscus features broad, ovate green leaves that emerge pale in spring and mature to a deep green, creating the perfect backdrop for its rich purple blossoms.
From early summer through late fall, this prolific bloomer puts on a show with ruffled, trumpet-shaped purple flowers accented by deep crimson throats and dramatic tube-shaped stamens. Because it is sterile, this variety focuses its energy on blooming instead of seed production—meaning more flowers and less mess!
Perfect for borders, foundation plantings, or as a privacy screen, the Purple Rose of Sharon thrives in full sun to partial shade and attracts bees, butterflies, and birds, making it a valuable addition to pollinator-friendly landscapes.
Product Features:
-
Botanical Name: Hibiscus syriacus ‘Purple’
-
Common Names: Purple Rose of Sharon, Shrub Althea Purple, Hibiscus Purple
-
Bloom Time: Early Summer to Late Fall
-
Flower Color: Purple with dark crimson throat
-
Fragrance: Non-fragrant
-
Foliage: Pale green in spring, maturing to lush medium green
-
Growth Habit: Upright, vase-shaped, multi-stemmed deciduous shrub
-
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial sun
-
Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and birds
-
Sterile Cultivar: More blooms, no invasive self-seeding
-
Water Needs: Moderate once established
-
Mature Height: Approx. 6–10 feet
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.