| Abelia mosanensis | USDA Zone: 4-8 |
Fragrant Abelia features dainty clusters of fragrant white trumpet-shaped flowers with pink overtones at the ends of the branches in mid spring, which emerge from distinctive red flower buds. It has dark green evergreen foliage. The glossy oval leaves turn an outstanding scarlet in the fall, which persists throughout the winter.
This handsome shrub has lovely dark green glossy foliage that turns orange-red in fall; tidy, mounded habit and white trumpet flowers in spring; will benefit from shelter from cold winds.
Fragrant Abelia is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- Mass Planting
- Hedges/Screening
- General Garden Use
- Container Planting
Fragrant Flower
Attracts Butterflies
Fall Interest
Deer Resistant
Common Name: Abelia, Hardy Abelia
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| More About Fragrant Abelia |
| Height: 5-6 ft |
Spread: 5-6 |
Flower Colour: Pink / White Shades |
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Abelia does best in full sun to partial shade. You may want to keep it away from hot, dry locations that receive direct afternoon sun or which get reflected sunlight, such as against the south side of a white wall. It does best in average to evenly moist conditions, but will not tolerate standing water. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution. Fragrant Abelia makes a fine choice for the outdoor landscape, but it is also well-suited for use in outdoor pots and containers. Because of its height, it is often used as a 'thriller' in the 'spiller-thriller-filler' container combination; plant it near the center of the pot, surrounded by smaller plants and those that spill over the edges. It is even sizeable enough that it can be grown alone in a suitable container. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden. Be aware that in our climate, most plants cannot be expected to survive the winter if left in containers outdoors, and this plant is no exception. NOTE: Some flowers and plants may be harmful or poisonous to people or pets if touched or ingested. If you require more information before placing an order, please let us know in advance. |
