A: I've been an abutilon fan for years. Flowering maple, Abutilon spp., is a member of the mallow family native to the tropics of South and Central America. It was a parlor favorite during the ...

Abutilons, also known as flowering maple (Abutilon spp.), can make a stunning addition to your garden. Well-loved pollinators such as butterflies and hummingbirds adore these plants, and their ...

Q: I had a plant that I can't identify in my yard. It has orange flowers that hang down like bells, and leaves that look like maple leaves. It is a bush that is about 6 to 7 feet tall. Do you know ...

Hibiscus may be the hotties of the summer garden. But flowering maple, another member of the mallow family, deserves to share the spotlight. Native to the tropics of South and Central America, ...

Looking for a free mini puzzle? Play the USA TODAY Quick Cross now. A plant’s common name is often an excellent indicator of its appearance. The flowering maple (Abutilon) is a perfect example. Its ...

If you've caught the fancy for the colorful hoop skirts of flowering maples (Abutilon), you may be aware that with this large genus, winter survival can be an issue. The species most likely to survive ...

Q: I have several flowering maples planted in my garden. Will they survive the winter if I leave them outdoors? A: The hardiest and most likely to survive outdoors is Abutilon megapotanicum, the one ...