Hibiscus syriacus 'Ardens Purple'/Ardens Purple Althaea

Hibiscus syriacus 'Ardens Purple' / Hibiscus syriacus 'Ardens Purple'
Althaea grown as a tree or standard form in full summer flower at the Dallas Arboretum
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Althaea grown as a tree or standard form in full summer flower at the Dallas Arboretum

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Scientific Name: Hibiscus syriacus 'Ardens Purple'
Common Name: Ardens Purple Althaea
Plant Type: Deciduous
Leaf Type: Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Determine Your Zone
Height: 10-15 feet
Bloom time: Summer, Fall
Flower color: Purple
Light Exposure: Sun, Part Sun
Drainage: Well drained, Moist,
Rate of Growth: Moderate
Water Requirement: Medium
Maintenance Level: Low
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
Yes
Comments: One of the best of the double flowered althaeas. Has same attributes as the species.