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Abutilon 'Apricot'

Scientific Name: Callianthe 'Apricot'

Also Known As

  • Apricot Flowering Maple
  • Apricot Parlor Maple

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 3'-4'

planting zones

  • 9a-12

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Abutilon 'Apricot' plant details

Abutilon 'Apricot' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter apricot 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 'Apricot'

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: malvaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: apricot blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
Uses: long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abutilon 'Apricot'

USDA Zones: 9a - 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

An exceptionally long-blooming “Parlor Maple” with lovely apricot-orange flowers capped by peach-blush-red sepals. Blooms all year in mild Winter areas with the most impressive display occurring Spring thru Summer. Reaching about 6’ tall and 4’ wide with dense, mid-green foliage, it can be grown as a bushy shrub or trimmed up into an ornamental tree. Adds year-round interest to shady side yards or can be potted up in a large container as a patio specimen. Attracts hummingbirds like crazy! May go deciduous if hit by a hard frost. Provide good drainage for a happy plant.

By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

Gardening facts about Abutilon 'Apricot' plant

How to Grow Abutilon 'Apricot'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • apricot
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • winter
    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
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