Kaleidoscope Abelia

Name: Kaleidoscope Abelia
Brand: Monrovia
SKU: 02834

Abelia x grandiflora 'Kaleidoscope' PP #16,988

Pronunciation: a-BEE-lee-uh gran-dih-FLOR-uh

SKU #02834

USDA Zone

6-9

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OVERVIEW
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.
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.

DETAILS
Deciduous/Evergreen	Evergreen
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.

STYLE
Landscape Use	Border, Container, Hedge, Ground Cover, Hillside
Flower Color	White
Foliage Color	Variegated
Companion Plants	Maiden Grass (Miscanthus); Heavenly Bamboo (Nandina); Pittosporum (Pittosporum); Barberry (Berberis); Lily of the Nile (Agapanthus)

CARE
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.

This Plant's Growing Zones: 6-9