Palmer's abutilon
Abutilon palmeri
Last reviewed: August 2026
Palmer's abutilon (Abutilon palmeri) is a perennial shrub native to AZ, CA. It blooms in March, April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. The flowers draw bees and hummingbirds. It reads as an intentional, HOA-friendly planting in the right spot.
Toxicity unknown
Palmer's abutilon (Abutilon palmeri) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.
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
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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.
Growing Palmer's abutilon
Grow Palmer's abutilon in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 36 to 72 inches tall and spread 36 to 72 inches wide. Expect moderate maintenance to keep it looking intentional in a front yard.
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 vouchered herbarium specimen records 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 vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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