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ABELIA 'Edward Goucher'
Bronze young growth and lilac-pink flowers
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to knowHybrid between A.x grandiflora and A. schumanii. Wildlife plant - insects
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Pests & DiseasesNone
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Place of originGarden origin. USA. 1911. Edward Goucher, US Dept. of Agriculture.
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Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Semi-evergreenKeeps some of its foliage all year, and will drop some leaves as well.glossy, dark green leaves to 5cm (2in) long, bronze when young.
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Shades of pinkAll shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Lilac pink
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Trumpet2cm (¾in) long with 2-lobed sepals
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Ovate
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Height1.8m (6ft)
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Spread2.5m (8ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightProduces flowers singly or in small, axillary cymes
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Hardy - cold winterHardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
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Scented flowers
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Mature Size1.8m (6ft)
2.5m (8ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderIdeal for the back of a sunny border
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Pruning group
Pruning group 5Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.
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Soil Conditions
Fertile well drained soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sunShelter from cold drying winds.
Abelia - Care Guide
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