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Abutilon megapotamicum 'Pink Charm'

Scientific Name: Callianthe 'Pink Charm'

Also Known As

  • Callianthe megapotamica 'Pink Charm'
  • Pink Charm Flowering Maple

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 3'-4'

planting zones

  • 8b-12

Abutilon megapotamicum 'Pink Charm' plant details

Abutilon megapotamicum 'Pink Charm' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter pink 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 megapotamicum 'Pink Charm'

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: malvaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
Uses: container plant, houseplant, long-blooming, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abutilon megapotamicum 'Pink Charm'

USDA Zones: 8b - 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

One of our favorite flowering maples with dusky salmony-pink 2" bells that dangle from cascading stems. It can be trained as a standard for a more formal look. It will continue to bloom through the winter if you bring in your plants before the first frost.

Gardening facts about Abutilon megapotamicum 'Pink Charm' plant

How to Grow Abutilon megapotamicum 'Pink Charm'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • winter
    • fall
    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
  • Foliage Color

    • green
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