glossy abelia
Abelia grandiflora
USDA zones5 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size2.5 to 8 feet tall3 to 6 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Arching
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- Pink, white
- Foliage color
- Green
- Fall color
- Yes
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
Glossy abelia (Abelia grandiflora) is a shrub for hedges, borders, foundation plantings, and containers. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist soil of most types. Its arching stems carry fragrant pink and white flowers that draw butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees. Deer rarely make it their first choice. The plant also tolerates drought and salt.
Pairs well with Gaura, Japanese forest grass, and Ornamental onion.
Native range
Origin unknown.