Lil’ Kim Althea

Lil’ Kim Althea (Althea are also known as “Rose of Sharon”) is a popular dwarf althea with showy flowers that appear all summer.

Additional information

Botanical Name

Hibiscus syriacus 'Antong Two'

Plant Height

3'-4'

Plant Spread (width)

3'-4'

Deciduous/Evergreen

Bloom Time

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Exposure

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Flower Color

Foliage Color

Fall Color

N/A

Soil Moisture

Well-drained Soils

Growth Habit

Rounded

Lil' Kim Althea is a smaller Althea plant, maturing to about 3-4' tall and wide. The shrubs stems are packed with white flowers with showy red eyes that bloom all summer. The blooms attract butterflies and hummingbirds, and the smaller habit works great for any landscape application. The beautiful shrub prefers full sun and is heat and drought tolerant.

UNCLE'S PLANTING TIPS!

Step 1 – Dig the Hole Twice as Wide as the Pot

Step 2 – Remove the Plant from Its Container

Step 3 – Backfill with 50/50 Soil and Max Mix

Step 4 – Cover the Plant Area with Mulch

Step 5 – Stake the Tree if Needed

Step 6 – Water and Feed the Plant!

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