Variegated Lucy Red Althea Tree (Double Rosy Red Rose of Sharon)
Variegated Lucy Red Althea is a standout flowering tree featuring showy double rosy red blooms and striking green-and-white variegated foliage. This tree-form Rose of Sharon offers a rare blend of floral beauty and colorful foliage, blooming from summer through fall.
Tolerant of heat, drought, and poor soil, it’s perfect for patios, entryways, or as a landscape focal point. Low-maintenance and fast-growing, it’s a pollinator favorite that brings color and charm all season long.
- � Brilliant double red flowers + variegated leaves
- � Loved by butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds
- ☀️ Thrives in full sun and heat
- � Drought-tolerant once established
- � Great for containers, walkways, or garden borders
Tip: Prune in early spring to maintain shape and encourage blooming.
Growing Zones: 5–9 outdoors
| Mature Height: | 8–10 feet |
| Mature Width: | 5–7 feet |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun |
| Botanical Name: | Hibiscus syriacus ‘Lucy Variegata’ |
| Growth Rate: | Moderate |
| Bloom Time: | Summer to Fall |
| Type: | Flowering Tree |
| Pollination: | Self-pollinating |
| Flower Color: | Double Rosy Red |
| Foliage: | Green with creamy white margins (variegated) |
FAQ’s
How tall does the Variegated Lucy Red Althea grow
It reaches 8–10 feet in height and 5–7 feet in width at maturity.
Does it attract pollinators
Yes! Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds love it.
When does it bloom
It blooms from summer into fall.
Is it easy to care for
Yes, it’s drought-tolerant and requires little maintenance once established.
Is the foliage variegated year-round
Yes, the foliage stays variegated from spring through frost.
| Size |
3 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 7 Gallon |
|---|---|
| Type |
Potted |
| Multipack |
Single Plant, Set of 2 Plants |
