Abutilon Patrick Synge

<p>The <a href="https://en.promessedefleurs.eu/shrubs/shrubs-by-variety/abutilon.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Abutilon</strong></a>, sometimes called the <em>“Chinese Lantern”</em> or <em>“Parlour Maple”</em>, is a <strong>beautiful shrub with striking flowers.</strong> It is prized for its elegantly lobed, slightly exotic foliage and its <strong>vibrantly coloured flowers from spring through autumn.</strong> From the trailing Abutilon (<em>Abutilon megapotamicum</em>) to the <em>Abutilon pictum</em> with its variegated leaves, and the multi-coloured hybrid Abutilon (<em>Abutilon hybridum</em>), <strong>the Abutilon is a highly ornamental shrub.</strong></p> <p>This warmth-loving plant, <strong>not very hardy</strong> (-5 to -10°C), is <strong>easy to grow in the ground in mild climates</strong>. In cooler regions, grow Abutilon in pots to be brought indoors during winter.</p> <p>Abutilon thrives in <strong>full sun or partial shade</strong> in moist, well-drained soil.</p> <p>Whether in pots or in the ground, in borders or trained against a wall, this charming shrub adds a touch of exoticism and colour to the garden.</p> <p>Learn how to successfully <strong>plant Abutilon in pots</strong>, prune it, or take cuttings—our experts answer all your questions about this <strong>generous, low-maintenance shrub</strong>.</p>