Abutilon megapotamicum

Trailing Abutilon

The trailing Abutilon, Abutilon megapotamicum is an elegant shrub grown for its showy, lantern-shaped flowers. The red and yellow flowers are produced from spring through autumn and is complemented with lush, dark green foliage that serves as a pleasant backdrop. The Brazilian Bellflower typically grows to 1.2 m tall and the same wide and responds well to trimming which encourages fresh, new growth. It grows best when planted in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site, and will tolerate moderate frost and cool climates though it will tend to be deciduous in these environments. The trailing Abutilon is commonly included in mixed plantings, used as a backdrop for smaller plants, planted around outdoor living areas, added to cottage gardens, or maintained in a container.