Kaleidoscope Abelia
Abelia x grandiflora 'Kaleidoscope' PP #16,988
Pronunciation: a-BEE-lee-uh gran-dih-FLOR-uh
SKU #02834
| Description | Bright, golden yellow variegation on medium green leaves along with brilliant red stems creates a striking kaleidoscope of color. A low, compact selection that works well as a foundation plant, low hedge, or for use in patio containers. Plant en masse as a groundcover or for dramatic year-round color. Evergreen. |
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| Light | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Watering | Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry. |
| Blooms | Summer through early fall |
| Mature Size | Reaches 2 to 3 ft. tall, 3 to 4 ft. wide. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
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| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Compact Form |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Compact |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge, Ground Cover, Hillside |
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| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Companion Plants | Maiden Grass (Miscanthus); Heavenly Bamboo (Nandina); Pittosporum (Pittosporum); Barberry (Berberis); Lily of the Nile (Agapanthus) |
| Care | Provide enriched, well-drained, acidic soil. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish extensive root system. Once established, prefers regular water but tolerates dry spells, particularly in cooler regions. Protect in northern climates. Prune in late winter to early spring to shape, and apply a controlled-release fertilizer. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 6-9
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