{"product_id":"waltz-chinese-lantern-abutilon-x-hybridum-waltz","title":"Waltz Chinese Lantern - Abutilon x hybridum 'Waltz'","description":"\u003cp\u003eWaltz Chinese Lantern (\u003cem\u003eAbutilon x hybridum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Waltz') is a flowering shrub that grows about 1.8m tall and 1.8m wide. Golden yellow bells, each with a copper-red calyx, hang among soft maple-shaped leaves through the cooler months, and in sheltered, mild gardens they can ring out almost all year. It is more compact than the white and pink abutilons, which makes it a handy size for an informal hedge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYellow bells with a copper-red calyx.\u003c\/strong\u003e The calyx is the part that holds the petals to the stalk, and here it gives each bell a warm, two-tone look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA long flowering season.\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowers appear in the cooler months and, in sheltered spots and mild climates, nearly all year round.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers from a young age.\u003c\/strong\u003e Waltz is keen to bloom, so even a young plant starts flowering early.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMore compact than other abutilons.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 1.8m by 1.8m it is smaller than the white and pink forms, so it fits tighter spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood for informal privacy.\u003c\/strong\u003e A row of Waltz forms a soft flowering hedge at a useful height.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInformal privacy hedge.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1.2m apart in a single row. The plants close up as they mature, and a light clip to shape keeps the line dense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Set it near a seat or an entry, where the hanging bells show against the green foliage at close range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots, courtyards and indoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e A large pot in a bright, sheltered spot suits it, and it can be grown indoors where the light is strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Waltz Chinese Lantern in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun gives the most flowers, and shade is tolerated with fewer blooms. It suits sheltered gardens in subtropical and warm temperate climates, and mild districts reward it with almost year round colour. It needs frost protection: mulch the base heavily in winter, or move potted plants under cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Any well drained, light soil. Good drainage matters more than richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch and water regularly through the first 12 weeks or so until it is established, then keep it moist in dry weather. Feed with a slow release fertiliser after flowering to support healthy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune hard in spring to promote fresh growth and keep its naturally leggy habit full. Clip lightly to shape if you are growing it as a hedge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Waltz Chinese Lantern as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. Availability of tube stock depends on our grower, so the tube is not always on hand. It shows as sold out when the grower has none, and the notify button on the page will email you the day it returns. Expect a small leafy plant that grows steadily in warm weather.\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\/hedging-screening\"\u003eHedging and screening plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-create-a-great-hedge-and-keep-it-looking-sharp\"\u003eHow to create a great hedge and keep it sharp\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant Waltz for a hedge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant 1.2m apart in a single row. Clip it lightly to shape as it grows to keep the line dense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the flowers yellow and red?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe yellow petals hang below a copper-red calyx, the part that holds the petals to the stalk, giving each bell two tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need frost protection?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Mulch around the base in winter and choose a sheltered spot. In colder gardens, a pot that can be moved under cover is a safer option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67789644235071,"sku":"ABU-HYB-WALTZ-tube","price":15.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/waltz-chinese-lantern-abutilon-x-hybridum-waltz.jpg?v=1792192836","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/waltz-chinese-lantern-abutilon-x-hybridum-waltz","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}