Variegated Lucy Red Althea (Tree Form)

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.

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.