Abelia

Abelia – flowering shrub for colour and ease in the garden

Abelia is a strong shrub that fills the garden with flowers and colour. Its rich flowering creates a cheerful atmosphere without requiring much care. Perfect for the garden and patio.

Origin and character

Abelia originates from Asia and North America, but can now also be found in European gardens. It is a hardy shrub and some varieties are semi-evergreen: in mild winters they retain their leaves, while in severe cold they become bare.

The flowers are white-pink in colour and the leaves vary from green to variegated colours, sometimes changing colour in autumn. 

Why Abelia enriches your garden

What makes Abelia attractive is its combination of beauty and ease of care. It is a richly flowering shrub that requires little maintenance and fits in many places in the garden. Abelia is suitable for planting alone in a border or as a (low) hedge. Some varieties are suitable as pot plants on patios or balconies. The plant also attracts bees and butterflies, contributing to a nature-friendly garden.

Abelia at Proven Winners®

The Proven Winners® range includes three carefully selected varieties, each with their own special characteristics: Pinky Bells®, Sweet Emotion® and Swirly Bells®. They differ in colour, fragrance and growth habit, but share the most important characteristics of Abelia: rich flowering, compact growth and reliability.

Where does Abelia feel at home?

Abelia grows in many places in the garden, as long as the soil is well-drained. For the richest flowering, choose a sunny spot. It also flowers in partial shade, although less profusely. 

Easy to maintain, great results

Abelia requires little care and remains attractive for years. All you need to do is a few simple things. Water extra during dry periods, especially in the first year after planting. In addition, you can optionally apply a layer of compost in the spring to stimulate growth and flowering and prune lightly to keep the shrub compact. Occasionally removing old branches for rejuvenation is an advantage. 

From border to balcony: there's always a place for Abelia

Abelia is versatile in use. In a border, it adds an elegant accent alongside perennials and flowering shrubs. As a low hedge, it provides structure, while in a spacious pot it makes an attractive patio plant. Because the flowers attract bees and butterflies, Abelia is also a valuable choice if you want more biodiversity in your garden.

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