Also known as Flowering Maple · 102 saves
Abutilon
Abutilon, the genus most gardeners know as flowering maple. We track 17 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 17 most-saved Abutilon varieties
4 species of Abutilon
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
Track your Abutilon in Sow
Save the Abutilon you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
How to grow Abutilon
Whats common across all Abutilon varieties in our catalog — drawn from the care records of the 17 most-grown of them.
The Abutilon year
- FertilizeApril–August88% of varieties
Feed monthly with a balanced liquid fertilizer, especially if container grown.
- Winter PrepOctober88% of varieties
Move container plants indoors before the first hard frost to overwinter.
- PruneFebruary and March82% of varieties
Cut back leggy stems and shape heavily before spring growth begins.
- Check for PestsMay–August59% of varieties
Check regularly for whiteflies, aphids, and spider mites.
Do
- Water regularly to keep soil evenly moist 🌱
- Feed with a balanced fertilizer monthly
- Prune after flowering to shape the plant
- Water regularly during dry periods 🌱
- Apply balanced fertilizer monthly
Avoid
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
- Overwater to prevent root rot ❌
- Don’t neglect pest monitoring
- Overwater leading to root rot ❌
What goes wrong with Abutilon
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Sticky residue and distorted leaves | Spray with insecticidal soap |
| Spider Mites | Fine webbing on undersides of leaves | Use insecticidal soap or horticultural oil |
| Whiteflies | White flying insects and yellowing leaves | Use yellow sticky traps and insecticidal soap |
| Spider mites | Fine webbing on foliage | Use miticides or insecticidal soap |
| Root rot | Wilting and yellowing leaves | Improve drainage and reduce watering |
| Powdery Mildew | White powdery coating on leaves | Improve air circulation and apply fungicide |
| Root Rot | Wilting and yellowing leaves | Reduce watering and ensure well-draining soil |
Making more Abutilon
Cuttings
- Take 4-inch softwood cuttings in early summer
- Dip in rooting hormone
- Plant in moist potting mix
- Keep in warm, bright location
- Roots develop in 6 weeks
Seeds
- Tuck seeds into moist soil surface
- Keep soil consistently moist
- Germination occurs in 2-3 weeks
- Thin seedlings to prevent overcrowding
Abutilon questions
How many types of Abutilon are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 17 distinct Abutilon varieties. The most popular — ranked by 102 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Abutilon grow in?
Across its varieties, Abutilon covers USDA Zones 6–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Abutilon bloom?
Most Abutilon varieties bloom in mid-summer, late spring to autumn, summer to fall. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Abutilon should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.