Deciduous & Flowering Shrubs

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Abutilon 'Painted Bells'

Abutilon 'Painted Bells' is a tender flowering shrub with pendant golden-orange bells marked red or rose and green, maple-like leaves. Bloom can continue from spring into fall, depending on conditions. Plants may reach about 5 to 7 feet tall; its width can vary, so leave room around a sheltered planting or choose a container. In Southwest Washington, its frost sensitivity makes a movable pot especially practical. Give it sun to partial shade, moist, well-drained soil, and water during dry spells before the soil dries excessively. Pinching or pruning can keep the plant compact, and container plants can spend winter indoors.

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At a glance

Mature height: About 5–7 ft
Mature spread: Allow up to about 7 ft
Light: Sun to partial shade
Hardiness: Often listed for USDA zones 8–11; protect from frost

The right plant, the right place

Make room for something good.

The pendant flowers make this a flowering accent near a seating area or in a container. A pot also makes winter protection easier.

Where to plant

Choose sun to partial shade and a sheltered position. Allow space for a shrub that may reach about 5 to 7 feet tall.

Through the seasons

Golden-orange, red-marked flowers may appear from spring into fall, depending on conditions. Green, maple-like leaves accompany the blooms.

Southwest Washington gardens

Give it a good start.

In Southwest Washington, plan for frost protection. Growing the shrub in a movable container lets you bring it indoors for winter.

Soil, drainage & water

Plant in moist, well-drained soil. Water during dry spells before the soil dries excessively.

A little care goes a long way

Growing well, season after season.

Pinch or prune stems to maintain a compact shape. Move container plants indoors before frost.

Know what to look for

Common growing concerns.

Symptoms can have more than one cause. These notes are a starting point for observing your plant and improving its growing conditions.

Scale insects and whiteflies

Scale insects or whiteflies may appear on indoor plants.

Help your plant thrive

Inspect plants overwintered indoors and confirm the pest before choosing a control.

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