Which Abelia is best?
Sweet Emotion® abelia is just the shrub to kickstart your heart – and your landscape. It’s the hardiest abelia yet, growing where no abelia could grow before: in chilly USDA zone 4. It’s also the most fragrant of any abelia, with white and pink spring blooms that perfume the air with the scent of jasmine. Reaching a height of 6 to 10 feet with a spread of 6 feet, the gently rounded form of glossy abelia is clothed from spring through fall with terminal clusters of delicate pink and white, small, tubular flowers. Multiple stems arise from the ground in a vase shape, spreading apart as they ascend into the foliage.Some examples of the traditional glossy abelia (L. Canyon Creek, a taller variety with copper-pink leaves and light rose pink flowers with red stems. Rose Creek has pink-purple leaves through summer and clusters of white, tube-shaped flowers that are fragrant from May to winter.
What is the longest blooming Abelia?
Abelia ‘Kaleidoscope’ is reported to be the longest-blooming of all the abelias. By late spring, the entire shrub is covered with soft-pink buds that open to white blooms. The blooms keep coming well into autumn. Kaleidoscope Abelia is a moderately fast-growing shrub, typically adding about 12 to 18 inches of growth per year under optimal conditions. However, growth rates can vary depending on factors such as climate, soil quality, and pruning practices.There are a lot of variables that will affect the growth rate of any plant but generally speaking, Abelias have a moderate to fast growth rate, and they can gain anywhere from 1 to 2 feet a year!Kaleidoscope Abelia is a semi-evergreen plant; this means it will retains its leaves through the winter, however, in colder climates, it may drop some of its leaves. To protect Kaleidoscope Abelia from frost and wind damage during winter, cover the shrub with mulch or burlap (not plastic).
What is the fastest growing Abelia?
Abelia x grandiflora. This fast-growing, hardy evergreen shrub features long-lasting white tubular flowers that attract pollinators with their rich nectar. It thrives with regular pruning and is an excellent choice for borders or natural screening. ABELIA (Abelia spp. Foliage color and bloom is best in full sun, but plants can tolerate moderate shade. Varieties such as Funshine®, ‘Confetti’, and ‘Kaleidoscope’ are more shade tolerant due to their lighter or variegated foliage. Learn more about growing abelia shrubs.Radiance Abelia is a multi-stemmed evergreen shrub with a mounded form. Its average texture blends into the landscape, but can be balanced by one or two finer or coarser trees or shrubs for an effective composition.Because Abelia will tolerate a range of soil pH levels, it can be grown alongside rhododendrons, azaleas, nandina, camellia, or any other acid-loving shrubs. Lilacs, viburnum, flowering quince, and spirea are some great early blooming deciduous shrubs that will mix and mingle with Abelia beautifully.The glossy abelia can be grown in full sun or partial shade, but it will flower best in full sun. It prefers moist, well-drained soils of loam, clay, or sand. It is hardy, drought tolerant, erosion tolerant, deer resistant, and easy to grow, but intolerant to salty soil.
What is the smallest Abelia variety?
Growing 2 to 3 feet tall and 3 to 4 feet wide, Abelia ‘Kaleidoscope’ is the lowest-growing Abelia variety. This type has a compact, mounding habit, making it ideal for small gardens, borders, or containers. Hardy in USDA zones 6 to 9, it thrives in full sun to part shade and well-drained soil. Root Depth, Spread, and Growth Patterns Abelia plants typically develop a root depth of 12-18 inches in well-drained soil. Their roots can spread laterally up to 3-4 feet, depending on the soil conditions and moisture availability.It’s ideal to transplant abelia when they can establish well, typically in the temperate window from late spring to early summer. How far apart should I plant abelia for best growth? Aim for a generous spread between the abelia transplants; 36-60 inches (about 91-152 cm) apart fosters optimal growth.
What is the lifespan of abelia?
Abelia can live for many years, often exceeding a decade in the right conditions. This long lifespan is complemented by its seasonal behavior, where it enters dormancy in winter and bursts back to life with active growth in spring and summer. We give our Abelia an all-over annual pruning in late winter or early spring. At this time you can lightly or selectively prune to tidy or shape plants or hard prune to reduce size or rejuvenate older plants. Abelia bloom on new wood, so if you want to see flowers, avoid extensive pruning after spring growth begins.
Is Abelia Winter hardy?
Abelia (Abelia x grandiflora) also known as glossy Abelia, is a popular ornamental shrub that is tough and adaptable yet also loved for its beautifully fragrant flowers. This winter hardy shrub comes in a wide range of varieties offering various foliage colors. Rate of Growth: Slow to moderate. Habit: Abelia x grandiflora ‘Francis Mason’ grows to be a small or medium sized, rounded, densely branching shrub.