Lucy Rose of Sharon Althea Tree
Hibiscus syriacus 'Lucy'
Vibrant pinkish-red blooms all summer
Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies
Tolerates heat and drought well
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Bright Red Blooms, Even in Cold Climates
The Lucy Althea tree is a spectacular dwarf flowering tree that adds charm to any home landscape. With large, vivid red-pink blooms, this Rose of Sharon tree offers an abundance of flowers. Its long bloom period extends from summer through fall, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.
This variety of hibiscus is highly resistant to deer and diseases, making it an excellent low-maintenance choice. To keep the Lucy Althea tree looking its best, simply trim the canopy in late winter or early spring, ensuring a neat and attractive form.
One of the key features of this rose of Sharon is that it is non-invasive. It does not spread by seed like many other varieties of althea, allowing you to enjoy its beauty without worrying about unwanted growth.
As a dwarf flowering tree, the Lucy Althea fits perfectly into almost any landscape. It can even be grown in pots, offering versatility for various gardening spaces.
Planting & Care
1. Planting: First, select an area with well-drained soil and full to partial sun (4 to 8 hours of sunlight per day). When you're ready to plant, dig a hole that's twice the width of your plant's root ball and just as deep. Then, place your shrub, backfill the soil and water to settle the roots. Finally, mulch the surrounding soil to conserve moisture.
2. Watering: Water your Althea Tree once or twice weekly in order to conserve soil moisture. If you're not sure when to water your shrub, check the soil with your index finger, about 3 inches down. If the soil is dry here, it's time to water.
3. Fertilizing: Fertilize before new growth begins in the spring with a well-balanced blend, such as 10-10-10.
4. Pruning: Prune your Rose of Sharon in the winter, after flowering, in order to shape your shrub.
Full Planting & Care Instructions
Product Details
| Mature Height: | 6-10 ft. |
| Mature Width: | 5-6 ft. |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Bloom Season(s): | Spring Blooming, Summer Blooming, Fall Blooming |
| Growth Rate: | Moderate Growing |
| Botanical Name: | Hibiscus syriacus 'Lucy' |
| Does Not Ship To: | AK, AZ, CA, HI, OR |
| Grows Well In Zones: | 5-9 outdoors |
Growing Zones: 5-9 outdoors
(hardy down to -10℉)
Customer Reviews & Photos
Based on 68 reviews
Great
As advertised
It looks fresh and perfect.
It looks fresh and perfect. Didn’t have any problems from traveling. Nice size. Already has some small blooms on it. Hope it blooms this year. Looks great in the corner of the yard.
Beautiful tree
This tree arrived very securely packaged. The tree was in great shape and a nice size. Would definitely order from Fast Growing Trees again!
Its still pretty little. Ask me in a moment or so I'm excited hard to wait for the blooms
Leaves are turning a little brown but I think she will be ok! You guys are easy to order and pretty fast delivery. Thanks tou
Rose of Sharon Tree
Our love of the Rose of Sharon goes back many years to our home in Catonsville, Maryland. We are attempting to recreate the experience here in North Myrtle Beach, SC. The tree arrived intact and well packaged. We planted it immediately and it seems to be adapting well. There are no signs of blooms, but we are hopeful.
