{"product_id":"abutilon-chines-lantern","title":"Chinese Lantern","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChinese Lantern | Abutilon × hybridum | Flowering Maple | Indian Mallow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChinese Lantern is a fast‑growing, evergreen shrub (grown as an annual or houseplant in cooler climates) prized for its striking, pendulous, bell‑shaped blooms that resemble delicate paper lanterns in vibrant shades of orange, red, pink, and yellow. This captivating selection from the Abutilon genus is known for its distinctive maple‑like foliage, upright branching habit, and nearly nonstop flowering from spring through fall. Its nectar‑rich blossoms draw bees and hummingbirds, making it a standout choice for pollinator gardens, large containers, borders, and bright indoor spaces. With its elegant form and reliable performance in garden or home settings, Chinese Lantern offers exotic beauty with minimal maintenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Chinese Lantern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade; prefers bright indirect light indoors and appreciates afternoon shade in hotter climates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, well‑drained soil; thrives in fertile mixtures with good aeration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, reducing frequency slightly in winter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pinch back young stem tips to encourage a bushier shape. Light pruning in early spring stimulates new growth and more blooms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highly attractive to bees and hummingbirds; adds wonderful kinetic energy to the garden as birds visit the dangling flowers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial in USDA zones 9–10; grown as an annual or overwintered indoors in cooler regions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChinese Lantern plants are shipped as healthy young starts in 4\" nursery pots. Allow 1–2 weeks after arrival for plants to recover from shipping and resume active growth before repotting or planting outdoors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blossomdale","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52553313812759,"sku":"52553313812759","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/5416\/8343\/files\/ChineseLantern1.jpg?v=1774581746","url":"https:\/\/blossomdale.com\/products\/abutilon-chines-lantern","provider":"Blossomdale","version":"1.0","type":"link"}