Product Description
Overview
Abutilon Bellevue, also known as the Flowering Maple, is a stunning ornamental plant featuring large, bell-shaped blossoms in shades of red, orange, yellow, and pink. These plants add vibrant color and tropical elegance to gardens, patios, and balconies.
Key Features
- Produces bright, bell-shaped flowers in mixed colors
- Perfect for pots, borders, or garden beds
- Long blooming season from spring to late summer
- Attracts butterflies and pollinators
- Easy to cultivate both indoors and outdoors
Specifications
- Common Name: Flowering Maple
- Botanical Name: Abutilon hybridum ‘Bellevue’
- Plant Type: Perennial (grown as annual in cool climates)
- Flower Color: Mixed shades (red, yellow, pink, orange)
- Height: 36–60 inches
- Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil
- Water Requirement: Moderate
- Germination Time: 15–25 days
- Blooming Season: Spring to fall
- Special Features: Non-GMO, long blooming, pollinator-friendly
Planting and Growing Instructions
- Sowing Time: Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost.
- Soil Preparation: Use light, well-drained soil with organic matter.
- Sowing Depth: Sow seeds about ¼ inch deep.
- Temperature: Maintain 70–75°F (21–24°C) for best germination.
- Watering: Keep soil evenly moist, not waterlogged.
- Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors after frost, spacing 18–24 inches apart.
- Care Tips: Prune lightly to maintain shape and encourage continuous blooms.
