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Image of butterfly and bird attractant,
Abelia mosanensis or Hardy Abelia shrub |
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Abelia mosanensis
(Hardy Abelia)
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Family: Caprifoliaceae
Origin: Native to Korea
Light: Full sun-part shade
Height: Up to 6'
Spread: 10-12'
Blooms: Clusters of highly fragrant, small, trumpet-shaped,
reddish-pink opens to white, flowers are at end of stems, from late
Spring to Fall
Foliage: Glossy, dark green, ovate, bronze-tinged when young
Soil: Well-drained
Water: Regular
Propagation: Cuttings, layering
Uses: Specimen, accent, landscaping, hedge, screens, fencing
Comments: Abelia mosanensis or Hardy Abelia is a beautiful
evergreen deciduous shrub
with long-lasting prolific blooms that attracts many bees, butterflies and birds.
This plant is a carefree, frost tolerant and fast growing.shrub. Protect plant from
cold wind.. Glossy Abelia can be pruned to maintain size
and shape after flowering. A delightful plant to enjoy in the garden
especially in the winter when the stems of this fairly hardy shrub
turns grayish-white in color.
USDA Hardiness Zones : 4-9 |
