Raspberry Smoothie™ Althea
Add a burst of summer color to your garden with the stunning Raspberry Smoothie™ Althea. This easy-care shrub features beautiful double raspberry-colored flowers that bloom from summer to fall, thriving in various soil conditions with minimal care. Ideal for borders, hedges, or as a striking specimen, it attracts pollinators and adds lasting beauty to your landscape.
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Species: syriacus
Other Species Names: Hibiscus syriacus 'DS03RS'
Plant Height: 96 in in.
Spread: 48 in in.
Evergreen: No
Plant Form: Shrub
Minimum Sunlight: Partial Sun
Maximum Sunlight: Full Sun
The Raspberry Smoothie™ Althea boasts stunning double raspberry-colored blooms that offer a vibrant display throughout summer and fall. Its upright, compact habit makes it a versatile addition to any landscape, whether as a solo planting or a dynamic component of mixed borders or hedges. This drought-tolerant beauty thrives in various soil conditions and requires minimal care, making it an ideal choice for busy gardeners!
A versatile shrub that makes a statement! It can form bright hedges or screens, creating a bold impact in mass plantings, adding dynamic texture to mixed borders, and attracting pollinators to the garden. Its upright habit, coupled with long-lasting double raspberry blooms, makes it a standout choice for various landscape designs.
Raspberry Smoothie™ Althea is remarkably low-maintenance and adaptable. Thriving in full sun, it tolerates a wide range of soil conditions, including drought. Plant in well-draining soil and provide moderate water, especially for newly planted shrubs. For optimal growth, fertilize in early spring and again in early fall with a balanced fertilizer. Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage new growth. This hardy shrub requires minimal care, making it an ideal choice for busy gardeners seeking a vibrant and long-lasting addition to their landscape.
