Abutilon 'Victor Reiter'
Apricot Flowering Maple
Description
Apricot Flowering Maple is a variety of Abutilon that has a sensational orange tinged flower. The dangle at the end of stems in abundance are a real show to the eye. The blooms persist for months on end unlike many other flowering shrubs. For that reason, it makes a perfect focal point in the garden. It does best if grown in partial shade, with good air circulation. Its cultural requirements are the same as the parent plant- needing well draining, fertile soil in part sun or light shade. In warm inland valleys, it does best with afternoon shade.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6', 6-12'
Width Range
3-6', 6-12'
Flower Color
Orange
Flower Season
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall, Intermittent
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Tropical, Water Garden, Woodland
Accenting Features
Espalier, Showy Flowers, Specimen, Standard
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Foundation, Indoor, Patio, Raised Planter, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Container
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Move turf away form sidewalks and pavement.
Instead plant shrubs or groundcovers next to the pavement, and water with low-flow drip or bubbler system to eliminate runoff from turf sprinklers