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The abutilon tree, often admired for its abundant, lantern-like blooms and delicate foliage, is a standout choice for New Zealand gardens. While not a true tree, abutilon refers to a genus of versatile shrubs in the mallow family. Thriving in mild climates, abutilons bring a burst of colour and texture to garden beds, borders, and containers throughout the year. With their decorative blossoms and attractive leaves, these plants serve both ornamental and functional purposes, offering a lush tropical effect with surprisingly easy care.

Abutilon megapotamicum red and yellow flower.
Abutilon megapotamicum

Abutilon megapotamicum, commonly known as Trailing Abutilon or Chinese Lantern, is a graceful shrub with arching stems and distinctive red and yellow...

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A stunning Abutilon Halo flower in yellow and red, delicately hanging from a tree.
Abutilon 'Halo' (Flowering Maple)

Abutilon 'Halo' is a striking flowering shrub admired for its soft green foliage and masses of glowing apricot orange blooms that appear from spring...

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Abutilon hot pink: A vibrant pink flower with delicate petals and green leaves, adding a pop of color to any garden or floral arrangement.
Abutilon Hot Pink (Chinese Lantern Hot Pink)

Abutilon 'Hot Pink' is a vibrant flowering shrub admired for its masses of bright pink bell shaped blooms and long flowering season. The colourful...

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Abutilon Lucky Lantern Orange

Abutilon Lucky Lantern Orange, commonly known as Chinese Lantern, Flowering Maple, or Parlour Maple, is a dwarf variety that grows to just 50 cm tall...

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Abutilon Lucky Lantern Yellow

Abutilon Lucky Lantern Yellow, commonly known as Chinese Lantern, Flowering Maple, or Parlour Maple, is a dwarf variety that grows to just 50 cm tall...

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Abutilon Orange (Chinese Lantern Hot Pink)

Abutilon 'Orange' is a vibrant flowering shrub admired for its masses of glowing orange bell shaped flowers and long blooming season. The colourful...

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A plant adorned with red Abutilon flowers and lush foliage.
Abutilon Red (Chinese Lantern Hot Pink)

Abutilon 'Red' is a stunning flowering shrub renowned for its rich red bell shaped flowers and long blooming season. The vibrant blooms hang...

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Abutilon 'White Gold' (Chinese Lantern)

Abutilon 'White Gold' is a beautiful flowering shrub admired for its elegant pale yellow to creamy white bell shaped flowers that appear over an...

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Beautiful yellow flowers of abutilon plant.
Abutilon Yellow (Chinese Lantern Hot Pink)

Abutilon 'Yellow' is a cheerful flowering shrub prized for its bright yellow bell shaped flowers and long blooming season. The colourful blooms hang...

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Abutilon 'Alba'

Abutilon 'Alba' is a graceful flowering shrub admired for its elegant white lantern shaped blooms and soft green foliage. The delicate flowers hang...

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Aabutilon 'Ashford Red' red flower with green foliage.
Abutilon 'Ashford Red' (Flowering Maple)

Abutilon 'Ashford Red' is a striking flowering shrub admired for its bell shaped, rich red blooms that appear from spring through autumn. The vibrant...

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Abutilon Boule de Neige

Abutilon Boule de Neige, commonly known as Chinese Lantern, Flowering Maple, or Parlour Maple, features elegant, chiffon-white flowers from spring...

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Abutilon 'Golden Fleece' yellow flowers with lush, green foliage.
Abutilon 'Golden Fleece' (Flowering Maple)

Abutilon 'Golden Fleece' is a delightful flowering shrub celebrated for its abundant golden yellow, bell shaped blooms that brighten gardens from...

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Abutilon Lucky Lantern Red

Abutilon Lucky Lantern Red, commonly known as Chinese Lantern, Flowering Maple, or Parlour Maple, is a dwarf variety that grows to just 50 cm tall...

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Abutilon Lucky Lantern White

Abutilon Lucky Lantern White, commonly known as Chinese Lantern, Flowering Maple, or Parlour Maple, grows to just 50 cm tall and the same wide, and...

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Abutilon megapotamicum Variegatum

Abutilon megapotamicum Variegatum, commonly known as Trailing Abutilon, Variegated Brazilian Bell Flower, or Flowering Maple, bears lantern-shaped...

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Abutilon Nabob

Abutilon Nabob, commonly known as Chinese Lantern, Red Flowering Maple, or Parlour Maple, is an evergreen shrub renowned for its nodding, deep red...

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Abutilon palmeri shrub with yellow-orange flowers and green foliage.
Abutilon palmeri

Abutilon palmeri, commonly known as the Palmers Indian Mallow, is an evergreen shrub with showy, yellow-orange flowers from spring through autumn. It...

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Abutilon pictum orange and red flower.
Abutilon pictum

Abutilon pictum, commonly known as the Red Vein Indian Mallow or Red Vein Chinese Lantern, features orange, bell-shaped flowers with prominent red...

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Abutilon 'Pink' flower.
Abutilon 'Pink' (Flowering Maple)

Abutilon 'Pink' is a charming flowering shrub known for its soft pink, bell shaped blooms that appear from spring to autumn. Its elegant arching...

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Abutilon 'Red Emperor' elegant, red flower.
Abutilon 'Red Emperor' (Flowering Maple)

Abutilon 'Red Emperor', known as Chinese Lantern, Red Flowering Maple, or Parlour Maple, produces clusters of dark red, bell-shaped flowers from...

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Pink flowers on Abutilon 'Roseus'.
Abutilon Roseus (Flowering Maple)

Abutilon Roseus is a graceful flowering shrub admired for its elegant rose pink, bell shaped blooms that appear from spring through autumn. The...

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Abutilon 'Souvenir de Bonn' orange flower with variegated green and cream foliage.
Abutilon 'Souvenir de Bonn' (Flowering Maple)

Abutilon 'Souvenir de Bonn' is a stunning variegated flowering shrub prized for its soft orange bell shaped blooms and green leaves edged with creamy...

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Abutilon striatum

Abutilon striatum, commonly known as the Red Vein Indian Mallow or Red Vein Chinese Lantern, features orange, bell-shaped flowers with prominent red...

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Abutilon Thompsonii

Abutilon Thompsonii, commonly known as Painted Abutilon or Chinese Lantern, features salmon-coloured, bell-shaped flowers from spring through autumn...

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Abutilon Victor Reiter

Abutilon Victor Reiter, commonly known as Chinese Lantern, Red Flowering Maple, or Parlour Maple, features soft orange, bell-shaped flowers from...

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Abutilon vitifolium

Abutilon vitifolium is a spectacular flowering shrub admired for its large soft lavender flowers and attractive velvety foliage. Flowering through...

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Abutilon 'Voodoo' dark red flowers.
Abutilon 'Voodoo' (Flowering Maple)

Abutilon 'Voodoo' is a striking flowering shrub admired for its deep crimson red, bell shaped blooms that appear continuously from spring through...

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What is an Abutilon Tree?

Often called the Chinese Lantern or Flowering Maple, the abutilon tree encompasses a wide range of semi-evergreen to evergreen shrubs. These garden favourites can reach heights of 1.5 to 3 metres, creating a lightly branching, airy habit that suits informal, cottage, and modern gardens alike. The bell-shaped flowers, which appear in shades of yellow, white, pink, red, and orange, attract bees and other pollinators, adding dynamic movement and ecological value to your garden.

Popular Abutilon Varieties for New Zealand Gardens

There is a wealth of abutilon varieties to suit every style and level of experience. For instance, the graceful Abutilon megapotamicum is known for its unique two-toned red and yellow flowers. If you favour cooler shades in your landscape, Abutilon White Gold (Chinese Lantern) delivers subtle white blooms, while Abutilon Lucky Lantern White is an ideal compact variety for smaller spaces or container planting. For vibrant splashes of colour, Abutilon Hot Pink and Abutilon Orange offer show-stopping flowers that light up the garden from spring to autumn.

Growing and Caring for Abutilon Trees

Growing an abutilon tree is simple, provided you choose a partially sheltered spot with well-drained soil. These shrubs appreciate a position with morning sun and afternoon shade, especially in the hotter regions of New Zealand. Regular watering promotes healthy growth and extended blooming, but abutilons are also drought-tolerant once established. Annual pruning after flowering helps maintain shape and encourages a fresh flush of blooms every year.

Fertilising your abutilon tree each spring supports robust growth and maximum flowering. Watch for the occasional aphid or whitefly, and simply treat with garden-friendly sprays if needed. Abutilons are frost-sensitive, so in colder climates, choose a sheltered position or consider growing in pots that can be moved indoors over winter.

Uses of Abutilon Trees in the Garden

The abutilon tree is prized as a feature shrub, informal hedge, or flowering screen. With its graceful, pendant blooms, the abutilon also adds winter interest to gardens during the cooler months. Dwarf varieties, such as Abutilon Lucky Lantern White, suit patio pots and mixed containers, making it easy to enjoy these charming flowers on decks or courtyards.

For gardeners seeking both beauty and ease, abutilon trees deliver reliable performance year after year. Discover the many colours and forms available, and bring the old-world charm and modern style of the abutilon tree into your New Zealand garden today.

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