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Edward Goucher Abelia

Abelia X Grandiflora 'Edward Goucher'

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Overview

The Edward Goucher Abelia is a charming semi-evergreen shrub, flaunting soft lilac-pink blossoms from late spring to fall. Its compact size reaches 3 to 5 feet in height and width, making it ideal for small gardens or as a foundation plant. Glossy, lanceolate leaves gracefully transition to bronze in autumn. Plant in USDA zones 6-9, in full sun to partial shade, ensuring well-drained soil for optimal growth and floral display.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Low, MediumZones 5–10Type ShrubClimate Temperate
Edward Goucher Abelia (Abelia X Grandiflora 'Edward Goucher') — The Edward Goucher Abelia is a charming semi-evergreen shrub
Edward Goucher Abelia (Abelia X Grandiflora 'Edward Goucher') — Its compact size reaches 3 to 5 feet in height and widthEdward Goucher Abelia (Abelia X Grandiflora 'Edward Goucher') — making it ideal for small gardens or as a foundation plantEdward Goucher Abelia (Abelia X Grandiflora 'Edward Goucher') — flaunting soft lilac-pink blossoms from late spring to fall

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
5–10

Shape & size

Mature height
4–6 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Caprifoliaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Edward Goucher Abelia (Abelia X Grandiflora 'Edward Goucher') — The Edward Goucher Abelia is a charming semi-evergreen shrub
Edward Goucher Abelia (Abelia X Grandiflora 'Edward Goucher') — Its compact size reaches 3 to 5 feet in height and width
Edward Goucher Abelia (Abelia X Grandiflora 'Edward Goucher') — making it ideal for small gardens or as a foundation plant
Edward Goucher Abelia (Abelia X Grandiflora 'Edward Goucher') — flaunting soft lilac-pink blossoms from late spring to fall
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