Abutilon Flowering Maple Red

Abutilon ‘Flowering Maple Red’ — Flowering Maple — Plant Description

Plant Summary
Abutilon ‘Flowering Maple Red’ (Abutilon hybrid) is a tropical evergreen shrub prized for its pendulous scarlet-red flowers, maple-like foliage, and exceptionally long blooming season. Gardeners researching how to grow Abutilon ‘Flowering Maple Red’ should provide full sun to partial shade, fertile well-drained soil, and consistent moisture. Under proper Abutilon ‘Flowering Maple Red’ care and Abutilon ‘Flowering Maple Red’ growing conditions, plants produce abundant lantern-shaped blooms from spring through fall and often year-round in frost-free climates.

Key Plant Facts
Height: 4–8 feet
Width: 3–6 feet
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Water: Moderate
Annual or Perennial: Evergreen tropical perennial shrub

Bloom Season or Seasonal Interest
Produces vibrant scarlet-red, bell-shaped flowers continuously from spring through fall, with nearly year-round blooming in warm climates.

Landscape Uses
Excellent for tropical gardens, cottage gardens, hummingbird gardens, mixed shrub borders, patio containers, courtyards, and flowering hedges.

Garden Design Value
Abutilon ‘Flowering Maple Red’ adds vibrant tropical color, graceful texture, and nearly continuous blooms to the landscape. Its arching branches and dangling flowers create an elegant display that complements ferns, gingers, hibiscus, salvias, and other tropical flowering plants.

Edible or Medicinal Uses
This plant is grown primarily for ornamental use and should not be consumed.

Native Range
Derived from hybrid Abutilon species originating from tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Full Plant Description
Abutilon ‘Flowering Maple Red’ develops into a graceful, multi-branched shrub with soft green foliage that resembles maple leaves, giving rise to its common name, Flowering Maple. Throughout the growing season, the plant is covered with pendulous scarlet-red flowers that attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and other pollinators. Despite its common name, it is not related to maple trees. This variety thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with regular moisture and benefits from protection against harsh afternoon sun in the hottest climates. Abutilon ‘Flowering Maple Red’ care includes routine fertilization, occasional pruning to encourage branching, and protection from frost. Proper Abutilon ‘Flowering Maple Red’ growing conditions produce vigorous growth, lush foliage, and continuous flowering.

Gardeners Also Ask

Does Abutilon ‘Flowering Maple Red’ need full sun?
It performs best in full sun to partial shade, with afternoon shade recommended in hot climates.

How large does Abutilon ‘Flowering Maple Red’ grow?
Plants typically reach 4–8 feet tall and 3–6 feet wide.

Does Abutilon ‘Flowering Maple Red’ attract hummingbirds?
Yes. The tubular, pendulous flowers are highly attractive to hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees.

Can Abutilon ‘Flowering Maple Red’ grow in containers?
Yes. It grows exceptionally well in large containers and patio planters.

Is Abutilon ‘Flowering Maple Red’ evergreen?
Yes. In frost-free climates it remains evergreen, while in colder climates it can be overwintered indoors.

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