Thompson's Flowering Maple
Abutilon pictum 'Thompsonii'
SKU
09862
This fast-growing tropical flowering shrub is prized for its speckled, maple-shaped leaves and showy, coral-orange flowers. A beautiful accent or border shrub in frost-free areas, with an upright form that is easily espaliered against a wall. A showy container accent in bright patio or indoor locations.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | a-BEW-ti-lon PIK-tum |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Fast growing, 5-8 ft. tall, 3-4 ft. wide |
| Bloom Time | Spring through summer; nearly year-round in frost-free climates. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Orange |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Garden Style | Tropical |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Espalier, Poolside |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Special Feature | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Gift Plant, Year-round Interest, Fast Growing |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
Provide well-drained soil. Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Prune annually to shape.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 9-10
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