Glossy Abelia
Abelia × grandiflora
Also listed as Abelia × rupestris, Linnaea × grandiflora
Also known as Chinese Abelia
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A semi-evergreen shrub prized for its glossy foliage and fragrant, tubular white flowers that bloom throughout summer and fall. It's easy to grow, adaptable, and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
Why grow it
Glossy Abelia offers extended seasonal interest through late-season flowering when many shrubs have finished blooming, making it useful for bridging the gap between summer and frost in mixed plantings. Compared to other semi-evergreen shrubs, it tolerates a wider range of soil conditions and requires minimal pruning or fertilization once established. Its modest size and dense habit make it suitable for informal hedging or specimen planting in landscapes where space is limited.
Watch out for
In regions at the northern edge of its hardiness range, winter dieback may be more severe than expected, requiring renewal pruning in spring. Extended drought stress can reduce flowering vigor, so consistent moisture during establishment helps ensure reliable performance. Older specimens may develop leggy growth if left unpruned for many years.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Caprifoliaceae
Native Range
China, Japan (hybrid)
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A semi-evergreen shrub prized for its glossy foliage and fragrant, tubular white flowers that bloom throughout summer and fall. It's easy to grow, adaptable, and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Glossy Abelia grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Glossy Abelia offers extended seasonal interest through late-season flowering when many shrubs have finished blooming, making it useful for bridging the gap between summer and frost in mixed plantings. Compared to other semi-evergreen shrubs, it tolerates a wider range of soil conditions and requires minimal pruning or fertilization once established. Its modest size and dense habit make it suitable for informal hedging or specimen planting in landscapes where space is limited.
Watch out for
In regions at the northern edge of its hardiness range, winter dieback may be more severe than expected, requiring renewal pruning in spring. Extended drought stress can reduce flowering vigor, so consistent moisture during establishment helps ensure reliable performance. Older specimens may develop leggy growth if left unpruned for many years.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Caprifoliaceae
Native Range
China, Japan (hybrid)
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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