Abutilon Red Emperor

Abutilon Red Emperor Details

Abutilon Red Emperor, commonly known as Chinese Lantern, Red Flowering Maple, or Parlour Maple, is a dense and bushy shrub with erect branches and dark green leaves. The foliage is adorned with clusters of dark red, bell-shaped flowers from spring through autumn. It typically grows to 1.2 m tall and the same wide and can be trimmed as necessary. This lovely plant will grow equally well in full sun or partial shade and is tolerant of moderate frost and cool climates, though it will tend to be deciduous in such environments. Abutilon Red Emperor is commonly included in mixed plantings, maintained in a container, used as a backdrop for smaller plants, planted around outdoor living areas, or included in cottage gardens.