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Superior Rose of Sharon with Extended Bloom Season & No Seed Production
Althea 'Minerva' (Rose of Sharon) is an exceptional compact variety selected for its abundance of superior, continuous flowers with an extended bloom season and little to no seed production. This outstanding shrub produces lavender flowers with a pink overlay and dramatic dark red eye throughout summer and into fall. With its dense habit of handsome, leathery dark green foliage, Minerva creates a wonderful informal hedge or screen while offering superior tolerance to air pollution and drought.
Key Features
Extended Bloom Season — Continuous flowering from summer into fall with superior flower abundance
Lavender-Pink Blooms with Red Eye — Beautiful flowers with pink overlay and dramatic dark red center create stunning visual impact
Little to No Seed Production — Cleaner appearance without messy seedpods; energy goes into flowering instead
Dense, Leathery Foliage — Handsome dark green leaves create excellent hedge or screen
Superior Tolerance — Highly tolerant to air pollution, drought, and urban conditions
Growing Tips
Althea 'Minerva' thrives in full sun with well-drained soil. Water regularly during establishment, then reduce frequency once established—highly drought-tolerant. Prune in late winter to maintain shape. Perfect for informal hedges, screens, or specimen plantings. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Deer-resistant.
Container Size: 3 gallon Light: Full sun Water: Moderate; highly drought-tolerant once established Spacing: 3–6' apart Mature Size: 8–10' tall × 3–6' wide Hardiness: Zones 5–9; hardy to -15°F
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