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Chinese Lantern (Abutilon Chittendeni)
Abutilon Chittendeni
Rs 6,000
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Chinese Lantern is a dependable deciduous shrub prized for its prolific yellow flowers in spring. It reaches an impressive height of 15 ft, thrives in full sun, needs moderate watering. Well-suited to Pakistan’s climate, it grows successfully in Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan, Abbottabad.
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Category: Flowering Shrubs, Hedge Plants
Plant Details
- Flower Color
- Yellow
- Foliage Type
- Deciduous
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Sun Exposure
- Full Sun
- Water Requirements
- Moderate
- Care Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Location
- Outdoor
- Pet Child Safe
- No
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Purpose
- Decorative, Privacy Screen
- Heat Tolerance
- Yes
- Drought Tolerance
- No
- City Suitability
- Abbottabad, Bahawalpur, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Hyderabad, Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Mardan, Multan, Peshawar, Rahim Yar Khan, Rawalpindi, Sialkot, Sukkur
Description
Chinese Lantern (Abutilon Chittendeni) is a distinguished deciduous shrub that has earned its place in gardens across Pakistan. Prized for its yellow flowers that appear in spring and its attractive red foliage, this shrub is a valuable addition to any garden. This moderate-growing deciduous plant reaches up to 15 ft at maturity, making it suitable for gardens of various sizes.
Plant Characteristics
- Botanical Name: Abutilon Chittendeni
- Plant Type: Shrub
- Mature Height: 15 ft
- Flower Colour: Yellow
- Bloom Season: Spring
- Foliage: Deciduous (Red)
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Propagation: Softwood Cuttings, Seed
Care and Growing Guide
- Sunlight: Full Sun
- Watering: Moderate: water when the top inch of soil feels dry
- Care Level: Intermediate, manageable with basic gardening knowledge
- Pet & Child Safe: No, keep away from pets and children
- Placement: Outdoor
How to Propagate Chinese Lantern
Propagated from softwood cuttings or from seed sown in spring.
Growing in Pakistan
Fully heat tolerant, this plant withstands Pakistan’s intense summer temperatures without difficulty. This hardy plant adapts well to nearly all regions of Pakistan, including the cooler areas of Abbottabad, Quetta, and the northern highlands. It handles both cold winters and warm summers.
- Recommended Cities: Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan, Abbottabad
- Heat Tolerance: Yes
- Drought Tolerance: No, requires consistent moisture
Why Choose Chinese Lantern?
Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just starting out, Chinese Lantern is an excellent choice because it works effectively as a privacy screen or natural hedge.
Buy Chinese Lantern online at Plants.com.pk and have it delivered to your doorstep anywhere in Pakistan.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall does Chinese Lantern grow and how quickly?
Chinese Lantern is a moderate-growing plant that reaches up to 15 ft at maturity. With steady growth of about 1-2 ft per year, it establishes a substantial presence within 7-10 years.
Can Chinese Lantern be harmful to household pets?
Chinese Lantern is toxic if ingested and should be kept out of reach of cats, dogs, and young children. If you have curious pets or toddlers, place it in an area they cannot access, or choose a pet-safe alternative.
How often should I water Chinese Lantern in Pakistan’s climate?
Chinese Lantern needs moderate watering. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, roughly every 4-5 days in summer and weekly in winter.
What is the best time to prune Chinese Lantern in Pakistan?
Chinese Lantern benefits from regular pruning to maintain a dense, hedge-like shape. Trim lightly after each flowering cycle and do a heavier shaping prune in late winter before new growth begins. Since it blooms in spring, avoid heavy pruning just before that period.
What months can I expect Chinese Lantern to flower?
Chinese Lantern blooms in spring, producing yellow flowers. In Pakistan, this typically means February through April, when temperatures begin to warm up.
