Thompson & Morgan Abutilon Megapotted Plantamicum Variegatum 3 Litre Potted Plant X 1 from B&Q

Thompson & Morgan

Dangling prettily on long stalks like lanterns, the flowers of Abutilon megapotamicum 'Variegatum' are unmistakable, featuring a puffy red calyx that bursts into vibrant yellow petals with protruding purple anthers. The variegated foliage adds a touch of gold to this already stunning exotic shrub, making it a showpiece in any garden or conservatory.This evergreen to semi-evergreen half-hardy shrub thrives when trained against a warm, sunny wall in mild, sheltered climates. In colder regions, it can be grown in containers and moved indoors over winter, ensuring a spectacular display from late spring through to the first frosts. Its long arching branches and striking blooms make it a perfect focal point for gardens or patios.How to GrowLight: Full sun to partial shade, ideally against a warm, sheltered wallTemperature: Protect from hard frosts; grow in containers in regions colder than -5°C (23°F)Watering: Keep soil moist, do not allow to dry out completelyFeeding: Feed regularly during spring and summerHumidity: Tolerates average garden humidity; thrives in conservatory conditionsAbutilon megapotamicum 'Variegatum' – Trailing shrub with gold-splashed foliage and bell-shaped yellow and red flowers.Images shown are for guidance only and show the expected results of plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e.g. deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months). Decorative pots are not supplied.