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Abutilon 'Patricia'

Scientific Name: Callianthe 'Patricia'

Also Known As

  • Flowering Maple
  • Patricia Chinese Lantern

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

  • H: 2'-6'
  • W: 2'-6'

planting zones

  • 8a-11

Abutilon 'Patricia' plant details

Abutilon 'Patricia' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In fall and summer white 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 'Patricia'

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: malvaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 6 FT - wide, 2 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall and summer
Uses: houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abutilon 'Patricia'

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Gardening facts about Abutilon 'Patricia' plant

How to Grow Abutilon 'Patricia'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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