Thompson’s Redveined Flowering Maple (Abutilon pictum ‘Thompsonii’)

Abutilon pictum 'Thompsonii' is commonly called Thompson's Redveined Flowering Maple. It is an evergreen, frost-tender ornamental shrub grown for its yellow-mottled maple-like leaves and hanging salmon-pink to orange flowers.

Give Abutilon pictum 'Thompsonii' full sun to bright filtered light. In very hot climates, protect it from intense afternoon sun if the leaves scorch or the plant wilts.

Water Abutilon pictum 'Thompsonii' when the surface of the soil begins to dry, keeping the root zone moderately and evenly moist. Avoid both prolonged drought and waterlogged soil.

No, Abutilon pictum 'Thompsonii' is frost tender and should be protected from freezing temperatures. In colder parts of the United States, grow it in a container so it can be moved indoors or into a protected structure.

Abutilon pictum 'Thompsonii' can grow outdoors year-round only in mild, frost-free or nearly frost-free areas. Elsewhere, treat it as a seasonal patio plant or overwinter it indoors in bright light.

Yes, Abutilon pictum 'Thompsonii' performs well in containers. Use a pot with drainage holes and a fertile, well-drained loam-based mix, and expect to repot when roots fill the container.

Yes, Abutilon pictum 'Thompsonii' can be overwintered indoors near a bright window or under strong grow lights. Keep it away from cold drafts and reduce watering during the darker winter period without letting the root ball become completely dry.

It prefers full sun to bright filtered light, although light afternoon shade can be useful in hot U.S. climates. Too little light may produce lanky growth and fewer flowers.

Abutilon pictum 'Thompsonii' is generally best suited to warm USDA Zones 8 through 10, with some protected Zone 8 locations possible. Zone performance varies with winter exposure, wind, soil moisture, and the duration of freezing weather.

Use fertile, well-drained loam or a loam-based container mix for Abutilon pictum 'Thompsonii'. The soil should retain moderate moisture while allowing excess water to drain freely from the roots.

Brown leaves usually indicate drought stress, excessive sun or heat, cold injury, or root problems caused by poor drainage. Check soil moisture, protect the plant from freezing and harsh reflected heat, and remove badly damaged foliage.

Leaf drop can follow underwatering, sudden temperature changes, inadequate winter light, cold exposure, or overwatering. Check the roots and soil before watering again, and keep overwintered plants in stable, bright conditions.

Common causes of poor flowering are insufficient light, excessive nitrogen, drought stress, or hard pruning at the wrong time. Give the plant bright light, even moisture, and balanced feeding during active growth.

Abutilon pictum 'Thompsonii' may attract whiteflies, spider mites, mealybugs, and scale insects, especially indoors or in a greenhouse. Inspect leaf undersides and stems regularly, isolate infested plants, and treat promptly with an appropriate labeled control.

Feed Abutilon pictum 'Thompsonii' with a balanced fertilizer during active spring and summer growth. Follow the product label, and reduce or stop feeding during cool, low-light winter conditions.

Yes, shelter Abutilon pictum 'Thompsonii' from strong wind because its branches can be brittle and its foliage dries quickly. A protected wall, patio, greenhouse, or screened location is preferable.

Plant Abutilon pictum 'Thompsonii' outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and nighttime temperatures are reliably mild. In cold regions, wait until the plant has acclimated to outdoor light and temperatures.

Repot it in spring when roots circle the container or water runs rapidly through the pot. Move it into a container only modestly larger than the current one, using fresh fertile mix and excellent drainage.

Yes, it can be planted in the ground in warm, protected climates where freezing is uncommon. Choose a sunny or brightly filtered site with fertile, well-drained soil and reliable summer moisture.

Propagate Abutilon pictum 'Thompsonii' most reliably from softwood cuttings in spring or semi-ripe cuttings in summer. Use clean tools, a free-draining propagation medium, bright indirect light, and consistently moderate moisture.

Prune Abutilon pictum 'Thompsonii' in late winter or early spring, or lightly after a flowering flush, to shape the plant and control size. Avoid severe pruning immediately before its main blooming period.

Pinch or lightly trim the growing tips of Abutilon pictum 'Thompsonii' to encourage branching. Make cuts just above a leaf node and avoid removing too much foliage at once.

No confirmed toxicity classification was located specifically for Abutilon pictum 'Thompsonii'. Because plant identification and animal sensitivity can vary, prevent pets from chewing it and contact a veterinarian or poison service if ingestion causes symptoms.

Abutilon pictum 'Thompsonii' commonly blooms from spring through fall, and it may flower longer in warm, frost-free climates. Blooming slows when light, temperatures, or moisture are inadequate.

The flowers are pendent, bell-shaped blooms in salmon-pink, orange, and red-veined tones. They hang from the branches and create a lantern-like display against the plant's mottled green-and-yellow foliage.

Yes, the hanging tubular flowers of Abutilon pictum 'Thompsonii' can attract hummingbirds and other pollinators. Flowering is usually strongest when the plant receives bright light and consistent moisture.

Yes, Abutilon pictum 'Thompsonii' is generally evergreen in warm, frost-free conditions. It may shed leaves after cold damage, drought, or indoor winter stress.