Abutilon 'Brick House'

Scientific Name: Callianthe 'Brick House'

Also Known As

Abutilon megapotamicum x 'Brick house'
Brick House Flowering Maple

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 4'-8'
W: 3'-6'

planting zones

8a-12

Abutilon 'Brick House' plant details

Abutilon 'Brick House' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter red flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly 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 'Brick House'

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: malvaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, floriferous, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abutilon 'Brick House'

USDA Zones: 8a - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This megapotamicum hybrid grows to an upright 6' or more, with narrow eaves and pendulous, indeed, brick colored flowers and dark calyces. An easy grower, with abundant flowers, over a long period if the soil is kept fertile. protect below USDA zone 8b, maybe 8a, or bring inside for winter. Sun to dappled shade.