{"product_id":"flamenco-chinese-lantern-abutilon-hybrid-flamenco","title":"Flamenco Chinese Lantern - Abutilon hybrid 'Flamenco'","description":"\u003cp\u003eFlamenco Chinese Lantern (\u003cem\u003eAbutilon\u003c\/em\u003e hybrid 'Flamenco') is an evergreen, fast-growing shrub that reaches about 1.8m tall and 1.5m wide. Deep red, lantern-shaped flowers hang from the branches from spring to autumn, among maple-shaped leaves. It is hardier than many of its abutilon cousins, tolerating light overnight frosts once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed lanterns for most of the year.\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowers open from spring through autumn, and in a warm, sheltered position they can carry on even longer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardier than most abutilons.\u003c\/strong\u003e It tolerates light overnight frosts and dry spells once established, although it still likes shelter from cold winds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvergreen and quick.\u003c\/strong\u003e The maple-like leaves stay on the plant and it grows fast, so it fills its space in a season or two.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact enough for most gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 1.8m by 1.5m it suits a courtyard, a pot or the back of a small bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA good screen or feature.\u003c\/strong\u003e Clipped to shape it forms a loose flowering screen, and left alone it makes an eye-catching feature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature shrub against a warm wall.\u003c\/strong\u003e A north or west facing wall gives the shelter and warmth it likes, and keeps the red flowers close to eye level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInformal screening.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1m apart for a loose flowering screen, clipping to shape to keep it dense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e A large pot in sun suits it, and a potted plant can be moved under cover in winter. Grown indoors, it needs bright light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Flamenco Chinese Lantern in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun for the most flowers, though it tolerates shade with fewer blooms. It suits subtropical, warm temperate and sheltered cool temperate gardens. Light overnight frosts are tolerated once it is established, but young plants need protection, and a spot out of cold winds is best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in moist, well drained, light soil. Mulch to hold moisture, keeping it clear of the stem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly while it establishes, usually about 12 weeks, then through dry spells. Once settled it handles dry periods. Feed with a slow release fertiliser after flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Give it a light trim after flowering to keep it tidy, and prune harder in spring to renew an overgrown plant. If it is a screen, clip to shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Flamenco Chinese Lantern as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. Our grower supplies the tube stock, and supply is not constant. When the grower has none, the tube shows as sold out, and you can press the notify button on the page to be emailed the day it is back. Expect a small, leafy young plant that grows fast in warm weather and begins flowering as it fills out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/flowering-plants\"\u003eBrowse flowering plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003ePlants for pots and containers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/shrubs-for-privacy\"\u003eShrubs for privacy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/discover-the-secret-to-long-lasting-blooms-in-your-garden\"\u003eHow to get flowers for months\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Flamenco frost hardy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt tolerates light overnight frosts once established, but young plants need protection and it prefers shelter from cold winds. Frost-prone gardens should give it a warm, protected spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does it flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom spring to autumn, and sometimes longer when it is kept warm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I keep it in a pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Use a large pot with a free draining mix, place it in sun, and feed after flowering. A potted plant can also be moved to shelter in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67789644169535,"sku":"ABU-HYB-FLAMEN-tube","price":15.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/flamenco-chinese-lantern-abutilon-hybrid-flamenco.jpg?v=1792192827","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/flamenco-chinese-lantern-abutilon-hybrid-flamenco","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}