
Fragrant Abelia
- Botanical Name
- Abelia mosanensis
- Min Zone
- 5
- Max Zone
- 9
- Height
- 5 to 6 feet
- Width
- 4 to 5 feet
- Flowers
- Late spring to summer: pink with white centers, fragrant
- Fall Color
- Oranges, reds
- Light
- Full sun to part shade
- Soil
- Moist, well-drained, acidic
- Planting & Care
- Adaptable to most conditions
- Fragrant abelia is semi-evergreen in Southern states. Some gardeners find its casual appearance a bit unsettling while others like the carefree nature.
- Does not perform well in the heat and humidity of the deep South (Zones 7-9)
- Fragrant blooms and fall color make it worth planting several in the yard
- Problems
- None serious
- Varieties
- Monia - 4 feet, rounded form, orange-red fall color
- Bridal Bouquet - 3 to 5 feet, rounded form
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