Abutilon x hybridum

These are the commonly available types mentioned on the previous page. They’re on my list simply because they’re awesome, and you’re spoilt for choice with size and colour!

2 A. megapotamicum

Striking, two-toned flowers with an enlarged red calyx and vibrant yellow petals feature on this one. It can be encouraged to grow prostrate, making it suitable to use as a groundcover or in a hanging basket. Otherwise, let it reach for the stars (up to 2.5m high and wide).

3 Lucky Lantern range

Available in red, orange, white and yellow, these dwarf Chinese lanterns grow to 30cm high and wide. They’re perfect for pots.

4 Variegated options

Many of the hybrid forms, as well as A. megapotamicum, are available with interesting variegated foliage. Most have green leaves with yellow splotches, but there are plants with cream variegation, too.