Thursday, October 10, 2013

Abutilon 'Marian'



Abutilon 'Marian'

 
Abutilon 'Marian'
Abutilon 'Marian'


Common name:            Flowering maple, Indian mallow
Plant Family:                Malvaceae
Type:                         shrub, semi-evergreen
Growth rate:                     medium,  height x width:  1.2 x 0.6 m. (3' 11" x 2')
Growth habit:               bushy
Main season of interest:              Summer
Predominant colours:     leaf ~    green
                                flower ~ red
Position:                           full sun, partial shade
Soil:                                   dry, moist, pH preference: Neutral, pH tolerance: Any
Hardiness:                        minimum temperature -2°C (28.4°F), USDA Zone 9 to 10

Description:
Vigorous hybrid of upright, open bushy habit. Mid-green maple-like leaves and large semi-pendulous, bell-shaped orange-red flowers.

Cultivation:
Needs a warm, sheltered, sunny position and moderately fertile, well drained soil. Pinching back shoots will encourage branching and increase flower production. Cut back long stems in spring, as necessary.

Propagation:
Softwood or semi-ripe cuttings, in spring or summer.

Design and Use Notes:
Conservatories or containers.

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