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    ABUTILON

    Aug 09, 2022 4 minutes

    PLANT PROFILE

    What A large group of tropical shrubs grown for their colourful, bell-shaped or lantern-like flowers. Commonly known as Indian mallow, flowering maple and Chinese lanterns.

    Origins From tropical and sub-tropical regions of Asia, Africa, Australia, North and South America.

    Season Most flower during July to September.

    Size From 30cm to 4m. Abutilons respond well to regular pruning and can be pruned to fit any space.

    Conditions Although they will grow in full sun, abutilons are best in dappled shade in rich soil. Grown In pots they need regular watering and feeding.

    Hardiness Relatively tender and will need overwintering in a greenhouse.

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