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Lucky Lantern™
Abutilon 'Red'
Flowering Maple
Abutilon Lucky Lantern™ ‘Red’ is a compact, flowering shrub that produces vibrant, lantern-shaped red blooms from spring through fall. Ideal for containers, hanging baskets, or garden beds, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and adds a bold splash of color with its lush green foliage and prolific blooming habit.
- Dwarf, compact bushy plants
- Great for containers
- Long-blooming
- Category: Annuals
- Alternate Cultivar: 'Nuabred'
- Patent: PP25443
- Hardiness Zone: 8-11
- Height: 12-24 in
- Spread: 12-24 in
| Item | Size | Avail | Your Price | Qty |
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GWS-A1000
In Bloom |
#1 | In Stock | $19.00 |
GWS-A1000
In BloomExposure
| • | Full Sun |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Soil Moisture
| • | Average Water |
Attributes
| • | Accent |
| • | Blooms all Season |
| • | Border or Bed |
| • | Container |
| • | Hanging Basket |
| • | Long Blooming |
| • | Mass Planting |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Abutilon Lucky Lantern™ 'Red'
Light Requirements
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Prefers full sun to partial shade. Aim for at least 4–6 hours of sunlight per day to encourage lush blooms.
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In hotter climates, a bit of afternoon shade helps protect the plant from stress.
Soil & Planting
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Grows best in well-draining soil rich in organic matter.
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If planting in containers, use a high-quality potting mix with good drainage.
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Ensure containers have drainage holes to prevent waterlogging.
Watering
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Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.
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In containers, check moisture levels more frequently, especially in warm weather.
Temperature & Hardiness
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Ideal for USDA Zones 9–11. In cooler zones, treat as an annual or overwinter indoors.
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Protect from frost. Bring indoors before temperatures drop below 40°F (4°C).
Pruning & Maintenance
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Deadhead spent blooms to promote continuous flowering.
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Light pruning keeps the plant tidy and encourages bushier growth.
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If overwintering indoors, trim back slightly in fall and place in a bright window.
Fertilizing
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Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during the growing season (spring through early fall).
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Reduce feeding in winter if the plant is not actively growing.
With proper care, Abutilon Lucky Lantern™ ‘Red’ will reward you with months of brilliant, red blooms and a cheerful, tropical feel in your garden or patio!
