Glossy Abelia

Glossy Abelia

Scientific Name

Abelia x grandiflora

Geographical Considerations

Will this plant grow in my area?

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Hardiness Zones

6a to 9b

This plant is not native to Florida.

Yard Conditions

Will this plant grow in my yard?

Optimal Light

Glossy Abelia grows best in Full Sun.

Light Range

It performs in Partial Shade to Full Sun

Soil Texture

Sandy

Soil Moisture

Well Drained

Soil pH

Slightly Acid to Slightly Alkaline (6.0-7.2)

Salt Tolerance

Low to None

DroughtTolerance

Medium

Wind Resistance

Not known

Toxicity

Not known

Nematode Tolerance

Not known

Appearance

What will it look like as it grows?

Plant Type

  • Shrubs - Large

Plant Shape

  • Arching
  • Round

Leaf Persistence

Glossy Abelia is Semi-Evergreen

Spread

6-10 feet

Height

6-10 feet

Growth Rate

Moderate

Leaf Size

Small

Leaf Texture

Fine

Flower Size

Small

Flower Month

  • March
  • April
  • May
  • June
  • July
  • August
  • September
  • October
  • November

Flower Color

  • Pink
  • White

Plant Role for Butterflies

Nectar

Additional Detail

Doesn't flower in the shade. | Pests/Diseases: none serious | Attracts butterflies.

UF IFAS Ext FFL