Abutilon 'Lucky Lantern Red'

How to grow Abutilon 'Lucky Lantern Red' in NZ

Abutilon 'Lucky Lantern Red' grows best in full sun or partial shade with fertile, well drained soil. Improve the planting area with compost before planting and water regularly while the shrub establishes. Apply mulch to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds, then feed each spring with a quality flowering shrub fertiliser to promote vigorous growth and abundant blooms.

Abutilon 'Lucky Lantern Red' care tips

Prune lightly after the main flush of flowering to maintain a compact shape and encourage fresh growth. Water during extended dry periods, particularly through summer, but avoid waterlogged conditions. Remove spent flowers and damaged stems as required, and feed annually to keep the plant healthy and flowering freely.

Abutilon 'Lucky Lantern Red' size, spacing, and growth rate

Abutilon 'Lucky Lantern Red' typically grows 80 centimetres to 1.2 metres tall and 80 centimetres to 1 metre wide. Space plants approximately 80 centimetres apart so they develop into full, healthy shrubs. Growth is moderate and plants establish quickly in warm, sheltered positions.

Landscaping uses for Abutilon 'Lucky Lantern Red'

Abutilon 'Lucky Lantern Red' is ideal for mixed borders, cottage gardens, courtyard plantings, containers, and sheltered patios. The brilliant red flowers provide months of colour while attracting bees and other beneficial pollinators. It combines beautifully with evergreen shrubs, flowering perennials, and other colourful garden plants.

Why buy Abutilon 'Lucky Lantern Red' from The Plant Company?

The Plant Company is NZ’s most trusted plant nursery and supplies premium quality Abutilon 'Lucky Lantern Red' plants that are grown for exceptional health and garden performance. Every plant is carefully selected before dispatch and securely packaged for fast nationwide delivery. Our experienced team provides expert advice and dependable customer service, helping you establish this beautiful flowering shrub with confidence.