Narrative Description:
This Abutilon megapotamicum hybrid from the USA has really captured our hearts. Incredibly floriferous, with bright orange flared petals, shot through with red veins to create a blood orange look.Dusty maroon sepals add to the charm. Classic maple-like foliage. Hardy to -5C.
Ideal Conditions:
Prefers full sun and free-draining soil or compost.
Possible Situation:
Ideal for planting in borders.
Accreditations /
Awards:
Resilience:
Half-hardy (H3 1°C to -5°C)
Habit:
Upright
Height x Spread / Trail:
100 x 75 cm
Features:
Attracts Wildlife
Drought Tolerant
Typical Season:
Summer
Flower Colour:
orange
Red
Foliage Colour:
green
Flowering Time:
June - September
Planting Recommendations:
Bed/Border
Container
Prefers:
Full Sun
Part Sun
Temperature Tolerance:
A half-hardy plant which will often survive at least two years in normal winter conditions outside, especially if protected from the hardest frosts.
Plant Care:
This can be trimmed to shape if required.
Family:
MALVACEAE
Genus:
Abutilon
Cultivar:
Orange Hot Lava
Category:
Hardy Perennials
Recommended Pot Sizes:
Pot Spacing:
Typical time required from pot to sale:
0 weeks over Winter
0 weeks in Spring / Summer
Based on producing a finished pot size of 1L for plug products and 2L for liner products. (*)
Growing Media / Irrigation / Water Capacity:
Feeding / Fertilser
(during crop time):
Feeding Frequency:
Recommended pH:
Growth Regulation PGR:
Temperature During Production:
Temperature During Transport:
Available for Delivery:
N/A
Recommended Sales Window:
N/A
Forecast Availability:
| Wk/Yr: | 03/26 | 13/26 | 23/26 | 33/26 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Qty: | 5 | 14 | 23 | 7 |
Please note: this forecasted availability is a guide only. Quantities can be increased or produced earlier on request.
Common Pests:
Common Diseases:
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50 Plants / Tray |
50 Plants / Tray |
50 Plants / Tray |
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50 Plants / Tray |
50 Plants / Tray |
Additional Notes (*):
All information provided is based on producing a default finished pot size of 1L for our plug products, and 2L for 7cm and 9cm liner products. For alternative pot sizes please adjust cultural notes accordingly.
Finishing times - Based on average estimated climatic and environmental conditions, and are for guidance purposes only.
Temperature – These conditions assume a protected ornamental growing environment. Recommended growing is generally above 5°C.
Feeding – Does not specify controlled release or liquid fertiliser application. This choice will depend on your conditions, requirements and preferences – please contact your fertiliser consultant for suitable products to meet your requirements.
Growing media and pH – Is shown for guidance purposes only - please contact your growing media consultant for suitable growing media to meet your requirements.
Disclaimer
This information is for guidance purposes only and is based upon our own growing environment and experience during trials. It is wise to use your own knowledge about your growing conditions and local environment in order to make informed cultural decisions.
