Abutilon 'Temple Bells'

Scientific Name: Callianthe 'Temple Bells'

Also Known As

Abutilon 'Red-veined Orange'
Temple Bells Flowering Maple

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-10'
W: 4'-8'

planting zones

9a-12

Abutilon 'Temple Bells' plant details

Abutilon 'Temple Bells' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer orange and red flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Abutilon 'Temple Bells'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: malvaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: orange and red blooms in fall, spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abutilon 'Temple Bells'

USDA Zones: 9a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Ba'zillions of deep orange, red-veined, rounded bells bedazzle this gangly-armed shrub over a long bloom period from spring to fall. A tallish abutilon, to up to 10' tall in a season, with large, maple-shaped leaves for a floral backdrop. Best in part sun and regular moisture and fertilizer and in a protected location as these are less frost hardy than some abutilon relatives. Provide mulch or overhead protection where temperatures drop to 18 °F, upper USDA zone 8. Fall cuttings can be taken for insurance.