Abelia
For sale in Lawrenceville, GA
- Moderate (1 ft/year)
- Full Sun to Part Shade
- Cold hardy to USDA Zone 8a
- Deer resistant
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About Abelia
Abelia (Abelia x grandiflora) is a tough, adaptable flowering shrub with small, glossy leaves and a long season of small, tubular white-to-pink flowers that appear from late spring all the way through fall, providing one of the longest bloom windows of any shrub in a Georgia landscape. It grows into a graceful, arching mound 3-6 feet tall and wide depending on cultivar, some newer selections offer variegated or golden foliage as an added feature beyond the flowers. Abelia is notably drought tolerant once established and tolerates Georgia's clay soil, heat, and humidity with very few pest or disease issues, making it one of the lowest-maintenance flowering shrubs available. Its small flowers are also attractive to bees and butterflies over an extended period. Deer resistance and minimal water needs make it a practical choice for Lawrenceville landscapes wanting reliable, nearly effortless summer-long color without the disease concerns of roses or the fussy soil requirements of azaleas and gardenias.
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Plant Specifications
| Mature Height | 3-6 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 3-6 ft |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Water Needs | Low to Moderate — drought tolerant once established |
| Bloom Season | Late Spring through Fall |
| Growth Rate | Moderate (1 ft/year) |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 8a |
| Deer Resistant | Yes |
| Pet Safe | Yes |
| Native to Georgia | No |
Planting Instructions & Regional Tips
Plant Abelia in full sun to part shade in well-drained soil; it adapts readily to Georgia clay without heavy amendment. Space plants 3-4 feet apart for a hedge or mass planting. Water regularly the first season; established plants are quite drought tolerant. Prune lightly in late winter to shape, since abelia blooms on new wood and responds well to renewal pruning if it becomes leggy.
Fast Facts
- Long bloom season: late spring through fall
- Mature size: 3-6 ft tall and wide depending on cultivar
- Drought tolerant once established
- Deer resistant, attracts bees and butterflies
- Some cultivars offer variegated or golden foliage
- Very low pest and disease pressure in Georgia
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Abelia FAQs
How long does Abelia bloom?
Abelia blooms from late spring through fall, one of the longest flowering windows of any common landscape shrub in Georgia, producing small tubular white-to-pink flowers continuously rather than in a single flush. This extended bloom time also makes it valuable for pollinators throughout the growing season.
Is Abelia deer resistant?
Yes, Abelia is considered deer resistant, making it a reliable choice for Gwinnett County properties bordering wooded areas with regular deer traffic. As with any "deer resistant" plant, hungry deer in a hard winter may still sample new growth occasionally, but damage is typically minimal.