Abutilon x hybridum

I have not seen this plant before.

Reasonably common if you look around, but borderline as far as hardiness goes.

That's amazing it grew from a seed! I've only grown them for cuttings. Your plant looks terrific!

My plants looks horrible! They only look terrific in winter when they bloom.

Easy from seed - sown in Autumn indoors they will be in bloom the following summer.

"My plants looks horrible! They only look terrific in winter when they bloom."

You wouldn't want to see this in the winter!!

My plants never seem to get enough water in summer. This is why they look so horrible. They love the cooler weather in winter, also.

Must be the terrible winters you have that they love!!!!

Oh yes, the winters are extremely harsh here in San Diego, CA. (on the verge of being arctic cold!). LOL! :>)