Abutilon vitifolium 'Veronica Tennant'
Scientific Name: Corynabutilon vitifolium 'Veronica Tennant'
Also Known As
- Veronica Tennant Flowering Maple
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 6'-15'
- W: 4'-8'
planting zones
- 8a-11
Abutilon vitifolium 'Veronica Tennant' plant details
Abutilon vitifolium 'Veronica Tennant' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Abutilon vitifolium 'Veronica Tennant'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: malvaceae
- Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 15 FT - tall
- Flowers: lavender blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: long-blooming, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Abutilon vitifolium 'Veronica Tennant'
- USDA Zones: 8a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer, heat
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
I gasped when I first saw this in bloom at Heronswood one cool April day. This plant seemed too delicate to grace a garden in our region. Yet this Chilean shrub, with its large and exquisite open cups of lavender to white flowers in April and May, is hardier than many realize (mine survived winter 2004 just fine). Full sun is best and sharply draining soil is imperative.
Gardening facts about Abutilon vitifolium 'Veronica Tennant' plant
How to Grow Abutilon vitifolium 'Veronica Tennant'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- lavender
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen
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Scientific Name: Corynabutilon vitifolium
aka Flowering Maple
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 6'-15'
Width: 6'-12'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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