Red Heart Rose of Sharon (Althea) 1 Quart Pot – Hibiscus syriacus

Red Heart Rose of Sharon, also known as Althea, is a deciduous flowering shrub valued for its white blooms with contrasting red centers. This Hibiscus syriacus variety provides a classic ornamental look for landscapes, garden borders, hedges, and suitable containers.

Pot Size: 1 Quart Pot. Rose of Sharon is generally suited to USDA Zones 5–8 and performs well in full sun to part shade. It prefers average, well-drained soil with moderate moisture, with fuller flowering typically occurring in brighter sunlight.

Important Note:
You will receive a live starter plant (seedling/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.

Plant Condition Disclosure:
Live plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.

Natural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.

🔹 BULLET POINTS:

• 1 Quart Pot: Live Red Heart Rose of Sharon supplied in a 1-quart pot.
• White Flowers: Showy white flowers feature a distinctive red center for strong visual contrast.
• Deciduous Shrub: Hibiscus syriacus has an upright, branching growth habit suitable for ornamental landscapes.
• Sun & Soil: Performs well in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soil with moderate moisture.
• Hardy Garden Plant: Generally suited to USDA Zones 5–8.
• Container Suitable: Can be grown in containers when provided with appropriate growing conditions.

🧾 MATERIALS:
1 Live Rose of Sharon starter plant in a 1 Quart Pot

📋 ATTRIBUTES:
Common Name: Red Heart Rose of Sharon, Rose of Sharon, Althea
Scientific Name: Hibiscus syriacus
Plant Type: Deciduous flowering shrub
Life Cycle: Perennial
Flower/Fruit Color: White flowers with red centers
Sunlight: Full sun to part shade
Soil: Average, moist, well-drained soil
Water: Moderate
USDA Zone: 5–8
Pot Size: 1 Quart Pot
Plant Form: Live starter plant

❓ FAQ:

1. What USDA zones can grow Rose of Sharon?
Rose of Sharon is generally hardy in USDA Zones 5–8.

2. How much sunlight does Rose of Sharon need?
It grows well in full sun to part shade, with full sun generally supporting better flowering.

3. How much water does Rose of Sharon need?
Rose of Sharon prefers moderate moisture and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought once established.

4. What is the growth habit of Rose of Sharon?
It is a deciduous, upright flowering shrub with branching growth.

5. Can Rose of Sharon be grown in a container?
Yes. Rose of Sharon can be grown in containers when provided with suitable soil, sunlight, moisture, and adequate space for the plant.

Customer Notice:
Live plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.

Please consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.

Due to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery and provide the required photos for review.

If there is an issue with your order, contact us within 48 hours of delivery and provide:

• Photos of the shipping box
• Photo of the shipping label
• Clear photos of the plant from multiple angles
• Scratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant

Dormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.

Claims submitted without required photos may not be eligible for review.

Claims submitted more than 48 hours after delivery will be considered accepted as received and may not be eligible for replacement or refund.