Information About Abelia

Abelias are evergreen or deciduous shrubs that can grow 1 to 6 meters (3.3 to 20 feet) in height. Abelias are native to eastern Asia and Mexico. Abelia leaves are dark green and glossy, and the tubular flowers are small, white or pink that grow in clusters. Abelia shrubs flower between spring and autumn.

Does Abelia need full sun?
How big does Abelia grow?
Does Abelia grow in shade?
Does Abelia have invasive roots?
Can Abelia be cut back hard?
Do you cut back Abelia?
Is Abelia a perennial?
What goes well with Abelia?
How do you take care of Abelia?
Will Glossy Abelia grow in the shade?
Is Abelia toxic to dogs?
What does Abelia mean?

Does Abelia need full sun?

ABELIA BASICS

Full sun to partial shade; foliage color and bloom are best in full sun.

How big does Abelia grow?

The glossy abelia grows to a height of 3–6' and a spread of 3–6' at maturity.

Does Abelia grow in shade?

Abelia Grandiflora

They grow to a height and width of 3-6 feet (but can be trimmed to maintain compact shape) and do best in either full sun or part shade.

Does Abelia have invasive roots?

If you are looking for a shrub that will keep blooming through the end of summer when most other plants have waved the white flag, consider the abelia. Though not native, it does not exhibit invasive properties.

Can Abelia be cut back hard?

Cutting back abelia plants isn't strictly necessary. ... However, an annual abelia pruning will go a long way toward keeping your plant compact and neat looking, especially if it's had a hard winter. The best time for pruning glossy abelia shrubs is late winter or very early spring, before it's started to grow.

Do you cut back Abelia?

For general maintenance, prune Abelia in late winter or early spring. Abelia blossoms on new wood, so avoid pruning after spring growth begins. Prune Abelia to maintain size and shape beginning in its third growing season.

Is Abelia a perennial?

Abelia Xgrandiflora, a dicot, is a perennial herb that is not native to California.

What goes well with Abelia?

Other Great Companions. The Abelia shrub and Spirea shrubs make great companion plants. Both are hardy and once established, thrive in an acidic, well drained soil. And when Spring comes, the flowers will continue through summer, adding a warm accent to just about any garden area.

How do you take care of Abelia?

Abelia grow well in full sun to part shade. A minimum of 6 hours direct sunlight is recommended for best foliage density and foliage color. Start by digging your planting hole at least two to three times as wide and as deep as the height of the rootball of your Abelia plant.

Will Glossy Abelia grow in the shade?

Just as ornamental are its very showy, lustrous, dark evergreen leaves. ... You can grow it in full shade and the leaves will be gorgeous, but it won't flower very well. It is fast growing and deer resistant.

Is Abelia toxic to dogs?

Answer #1 · Maple Tree's Answer · Hi DW-The Abelia grandiflora 'Kaleidoscope' is not listed as being toxic to dogs. ... According to the United States Department of Agriculture, the toxicity of the Glossy Abelia (Abelia ×grandiflora) plant is: None.

What does Abelia mean?

Abelia Origin and Meaning

The name Abelia is a girl's name of Hebrew origin meaning "sigh, breath". This feminine form of Abel is also a flower name and makes a distinctive alternative to the widely used Abigail.