Althea ‘Double Pink’
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Double Pink Rose of Sharon
| Evergreen-Deciduous | Deciduous |
|---|---|
| Overall Mature Size | Large |
| Mature Height & Spread | 8-10' x 6-7' |
| Exposure | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Water | Medium Water |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Bloom Time | Summer, Fall |
| Special Features | Attracts Birds, Butterflies, Coastal Conditions |
| Container Sizes | #1, #5 |
| Natural Growth Habit | Upright |
| Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone | 5-9 |
| Plant Type | Shrub |
The scientific name is Althea ‘Double Pink’ and the common name is Double Pink Rose of Sharon. The double flowers are in prominent shades of pink, depending on the cultivar. Individual flowers stay open for one day and close at night. Great color with double flowers. Use as a specimen or in groups. Prune this and all other althaeas in late winter or early spring.
