Glossy Abelia (Abelia x grandiflora)-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Glossy Abelia
Abelia x grandiflora

 
Features
Pale pink (almost white), funnel-shaped flowers, June-frost 
 
Culture
Full sun to partial shade; moist, well-drained soil; prefers acid soil 
 
Cultivars
  • 'Compacta' - 3-4 feet tall
  • 'Sherwoodii' - Plant is smaller than the species and the leaves are also smaller, giving the plant a finer texture.
  • 'Sunrise' - Leaves edged with gold.
 
 
Mature Height
3-6 Feet
 
Size
Small
 
 
Mature Width
3-6 Feet
 
Mature Form
Rounded to arching, with many small stems 
 
Native To:
Of hybrid origin 
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
5 - 9 
 
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
 
 
Tolerance
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
 
 
Uses
Border
Foundation
Massing
Specimen
 
 
Foliage Color
Green
Variegated
 
 
Fall Foliage Color
Green
 
 
Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage


 
Additional Notes
Although height ranges from 3-6 feet, the taller heights are usually attained only where the plant is fully winter hardy, zone 6 and warmer.

 

 
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