Abelia
Common name
Abelia
Botanical name
Abelia x grandiflora
Variety
Kaleidoscope
Zone
USDA Zone 6 (-10°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).
Light
Sun
Height
24-36" (61-91 cm)
Habit
Rounded
Feed
Use an all-purpose in spring
Water
2-3 times per week
Bloom Time
Summer-fall
Maintenance
Protect from winter winds
About
Foliage variegation changes from gold in spring to a burst of red, orange and yellow in summer and green for late fall. White, bell shaped flowers persist well into autumn. Attractive and compact, use as a low-growing hedge, mass planting, or as an accent. Prune in late winter or early spring, removing crossing branches to encourage a strong framework.
