Chinese Abelia
Abelia Chinensis
Overview
Abelia chinensis, a charming semi-evergreen shrub, thrives in USDA zones 7-9. It boasts fragrant, tubular white-pink blooms from late spring to summer, attracting pollinators. Mature at 4-6 feet high with a similar spread, it requires full sun to partial shade. Ideal for foundation planting or borders, it has arching branches with glossy leaves. This low-maintenance plant prefers well-drained soil, adding grace and fragrance to any garden space.
Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Low, MediumZones 5–10Type ShrubClimate Temperate
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half, Shade
- Water
- Low, Medium
- USDA zones
- 5–10
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 6–8 Ft.
- Mature width
- 6–8 Ft.
Classification
- Type
- Shrub
- Family
- Caprifoliaceae
- Climate
- Temperate
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