Abutilon pictum [Yellow Form]
Scientific Name: Callianthe picta [yellow form]
Plant type
shrub, perennial
size
- H: 3'-8'
- W: 3'-6'
planting zones
- 8a-12
Abutilon pictum [Yellow Form] plant details
Abutilon pictum [Yellow Form] is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial shrub with gold, green and variegated foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and 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 pictum [Yellow Form]
- Plant type: perennial shrub
- Plant family: malvaceae
- Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen gold, green and variegated
- Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 8 FT - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
- Uses: cutting garden, floriferous
GROWING CONDITIONS for Abutilon pictum [Yellow Form]
- USDA Zones: 8a - 12
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Avant Gardens
Gardening facts about Abutilon pictum [Yellow Form] plant
How to Grow Abutilon pictum [Yellow Form]
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- gold
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- bees
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- winter
- spring
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- semi-evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Scientific Name: Callianthe megapotamica
aka Brazillian Bell-flower, Flowering Maple, Trailing Abutilon
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
7a-12
Size
Height: 5'-6'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - occasional
Scientific Name: Callianthe megapotamica [typical - Plant Delights]
aka Flowering Maple
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
7b-12
Size
Height: 3'-6'
Width: 3'-8'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular
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Scientific Name: Callianthe 'Charmed'
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
8b-12
Size
Height: 2'-5'
Width: 2'-5'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular
Scientific Name: Callianthe 'Patricia'
aka Flowering Maple, Patricia Chinese Lantern
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 2'-6'
Width: 2'-6'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
Scientific Name: Callianthe 'Savitzii'
aka Parlour Maple, Savitzii Chinese Lanern, Savitzii Flowering Maple
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
8a-12
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 2'-4'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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