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Abutilon 'Voodoo'

Flowering Maple, Chinese Lantern

Abutilon 'Voodoo' is a striking flowering shrub admired for its deep crimson red, bell shaped blooms that appear continuously from spring through autumn. Its lush green foliage and graceful, arching branches create a vibrant display that attracts bees and butterflies. This semi evergreen variety adds warmth and rich colour to NZ gardens, thriving in both borders and large pots. Abutilon 'Voodoo' is hardy, easy to grow, and highly rewarding.

Abutilon 'Voodoo' dark red flowers.
Abutilon 'Voodoo' dark red flowers with lush, green foliage.
Abutilon 'Voodoo' dark red flowers with lush, green foliage in a shade garden.
Elegant Abutilon 'Voodoo' dark red flowers.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:1.20 m
Spread:1.20 m
Flowering time:Spring, Autumn, Winter
Tolerances:
Garden uses:Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles:Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Rock, Tropical
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asFlowering Maple, Chinese Lantern
Sku10556

How to grow Abutilon 'Voodoo' in NZ

Abutilon 'Voodoo' grows best in full sun or partial shade and prefers well drained, fertile soil. It thrives in warm, sheltered positions and tolerates light frost once established. When planting, enrich the soil with compost or organic matter to promote healthy root growth. Water regularly during dry spells and protect young plants from strong winds. In mild NZ regions, Abutilon 'Voodoo' flowers for much of the year, providing continuous colour.

Abutilon 'Voodoo' care tips

Abutilon 'Voodoo' is easy to care for and benefits from pruning to maintain shape and promote flowering. Trim after flowering or in late winter to encourage fresh new growth. Apply a slow release fertiliser in spring to enhance performance and bloom production. Water regularly through hot, dry weather and mulch around the base to retain moisture. Removing old flowers extends the blooming season, ensuring a lush, vibrant display all year.

Abutilon 'Voodoo' size, spacing, and growth rate

Abutilon 'Voodoo' typically grows 1.5–2.5 metres tall and about 1.5 metres wide. It has a fast growth rate and quickly forms a dense, rounded shrub. Space plants approximately 1–1.2 metres apart when planting as a group or informal hedge. Its rich red flowers and glossy green leaves make it a bold feature plant that stands out beautifully in borders, mixed garden beds, and landscape plantings.

Landscaping uses for Abutilon 'Voodoo'

Abutilon 'Voodoo' is perfect for adding vivid colour and structure to cottage gardens, borders, and mixed shrub plantings. The deep red flowers contrast beautifully with green or silver foliage and complement other flowering shrubs such as salvia and lavender. It performs well in containers or near walls and fences where it can be admired up close. The flowers attract bees and butterflies, adding movement and life to NZ gardens throughout the year.

Why buy Abutilon 'Voodoo' from The Plant Company?

When you buy Abutilon 'Voodoo' from The Plant Company, you are purchasing from NZ’s most trusted plant nursery. Our plants are grown with care to ensure they are healthy, well established, and ready to thrive. We provide expert advice, premium quality plants, and secure nationwide delivery. Choosing The Plant Company means investing in exceptional flowering shrubs supported by trusted horticultural knowledge and outstanding customer service.

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