Care

Planting & Growing
Provide enriched, well-drained, acidic soil. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish extensive root system. Once established, prefers regular water but tolerates dry spells, particularly in cooler regions. Protect in northern climates. Prune in late winter to early spring to shape, and apply a controlled-release fertilizer.

Attracts Birds, Pollinators, Butterflies
Deer Resistant Yes
Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen
Family Name Abelia
Flower Color White
Bloom Time Summer through Early Fall
Foliage Color Variegated
Genus Name Abelia
Growth Rate Medium
Hardiness Zone 6
Landscape Uses Border, Coastal Exposure, Container, Cutting Garden, Green Roof, Groundcover, Hedge, Hillside, Massing, Urban Garden, Wildlife Garden
Light Needs Partial Shade, Full Sun
Mature Height 3 feet
Mature Width 4 feet
Prune Time Prune After Flowering
Water Needs Average to Moist
Waterwise 0