{"product_id":"variegated-chinese-lantern-abutilon-rare-flowering-maple-live-plant-well-rooted","title":"Variegated Chinese Lantern Abutilon – Rare Flowering Maple Live Plant, Well-Rooted","description":"\u003cp\u003eVariegated Chinese Lantern Abutilon, also known as Variegated Flowering Maple, is a rare and striking live plant prized for its showy, lantern-shaped blooms and beautifully variegated foliage. The leaves are splashed with creamy white and green, adding bright color and texture to garden beds, borders, and containers. This Abutilon produces pendulous flowers that resemble small Chinese lanterns, creating a charming display from summer through fall. Its unique appearance and relatively easy care make it a favorite among gardeners looking to add a rare flowering maple to their collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis well-rooted live plant is ready to establish in your garden or patio container. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. With its variegated leaves and abundant blooms, Variegated Chinese Lantern Abutilon brings a touch of the exotic to any outdoor space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRare variegated form with cream and green foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLantern-shaped flowers in shades of orange and red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong bloom season from summer to fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts hummingbirds and butterflies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell-suited for containers and mixed borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Abutilon pictum (variegated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowering shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, fertile soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil evenly moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, bushy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9-11\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer to fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-6 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant your well-rooted Abutilon in a location with well-drained soil and partial to full sun. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and set the plant at the same depth it was growing in its pot. Backfill with soil, water thoroughly, and apply a layer of mulch to retain moisture. Water regularly during the first growing season to help establish a strong root system. Once established, Abutilon benefits from occasional pruning to maintain shape and encourage new growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn cooler climates, grow in a container and move indoors before frost. Fertilize monthly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer. Watch for common pests like aphids and whiteflies, and treat as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne well-rooted Variegated Chinese Lantern Abutilon live plant.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"8 Store Seeds Sejahtera","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67871864193160,"sku":"seed - variegated abutilon-409","price":32.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/4648\/6408\/files\/download_e9f19a2b-6cbb-4571-aaf7-82058f3f0df8.jpg?v=1793979151","url":"https:\/\/www.natesgardensupply.com\/products\/variegated-chinese-lantern-abutilon-rare-flowering-maple-live-plant-well-rooted","provider":"Nate's Garden Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}