Abutilon hybrids
Flowering Maple, Chinese Lantern
Description
These evergreen shrubs usually grow to 8-10' tall and wide. Most will tolerate frost to 25 degrees F or lower, with some damage. All are irresistible to hummingbirds with their showy flowers and heavy nectar production. They will take sun to moderately deep shade and little or no summer watering in coastal areas. They should be given more shade and water in hotter, drier climates. They make an excellent plant for containers. -Monterey Bay Nursery
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
6-12'
Flower Color
Red, Yellow, White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Mediterranean, Tropical, Water Garden, Woodland
Accenting Features
Espalier, Showy Flowers, Specimen, Standard
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Raised Planter, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Container, Cut Flowers
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.