Abutilon pictum ‘Gold Dust’
Plant : flowering-maple
The 'Gold Dust' variety of flowering-maple is an amazing example of a unique, striking ornamental. The rounded green leaves are generously dusted with gold highlights, making the foliage a source of interest in its own right. In summer, flowers resembling small orange bells appear in abundance, adding to the landscape. Unlike many flowering plants, this variety of flowering-maple is forgiving of colder climes and can be grown in zone 7, making it ideal for a variety of landscaping settings. This hardy species is easily maintained with a simple pruning and can usually be seen showing off its stunning foliage and...
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Plant Profile:
- Scientific Name: Abutilon pictum 'Gold Dust'
- Size: 10.00 to 15.00 feet
- Plant Family: Malvaceae
- Care: Medium
- Drought Tolerant: Yes
- Poisonous To Humans: No
- Plant Type: Broadleaf evergreen
- Light Requirements: full sun
- Pruning Month: March
- Fruits: No
- Tropical: Yes
- Indoor: Yes
- Flower Color: Orange with red veins
- Plant Origin: Brazil
- Growth Rate: Low
- Poisonous To Pets: No
- Edible Fruit: No
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This property is mostly wooded and sits high on a hilltop overlooking the Mohawk River Valley. Located right in the heart of Upstate NYs Amish farm CountryThis property is mostly wooded and sits high on a hilltop overlooking the Mohawk River Valley. Located right in the heart of Upstate NYs Amish farm Country
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