Violet Satin Althea

Violet Satin Althea is a striking summer-blooming shrub known for its abundant, satin-like violet-purple flowers that appear over a long season. Its dark green foliage provides a lush backdrop, highlighting the vivid blooms and giving the plant a full, polished appearance. Reaching 8 to 12 feet tall and 6 to 10 feet wide at maturity, Violet Satin Althea works beautifully as a specimen, in mixed borders, or as a dramatic hedge. Its upright, rounded form provides structure while showcasing vibrant summer color, making it a versatile and eye-catching choice for Texas beds.

• Deciduous flowering shrub 
• Moderate growth rate
• Satin-like violet-purple blooms throughout summer
• Excellent for specimen plantings, borders, and hedges
• Adds height, structure, and vivid seasonal color

Violet Satin Althea grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Hardy in USDA zones 5 through 9, it delivers reliable blooms and beauty in Texas landscapes year after year.