Palmer's abutilon
Abutilon palmeri
Last reviewed: July 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
36"–72" H × 36"–72" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Native to
AZ, CA
Pollinators
bees, hummingbirds
Browse plants for this ecoregion
A rounded, mounding shrub with soft, velvety gray-green leaves and cup-shaped, apricot-orange flowers held above the foliage nearly year-round. Its dense, drought-tolerant form works well as an informal accent or low screen.
In an HOA neighborhood
Palmer's abutilon is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: moderate. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, mid zone.
- can become leggy and open without periodic pruning
Wildlife value
Its abundant cup-shaped flowers provide a steady nectar source for bees and hummingbirds through most of the growing season.
Common questions
- How much sun does Palmer's abutilon need?
- Palmer's abutilon grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Palmer's abutilon bloom?
- Palmer's abutilon blooms in March, April, May, June, July, August, September, and October.
- Where is Palmer's abutilon native?
- Palmer's abutilon (Abutilon palmeri) is native to AZ, CA, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Palmer's abutilon attract?
- Palmer's abutilon draws bees and hummingbirds.
- Is Palmer's abutilon HOA-friendly?
- Palmer's abutilon is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with moderate maintenance.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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