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ABELIA mosanensis
Commonly known as Fragrant abelia
Glossy green leaves and arching stems. A long flowering period and pink flushed white flowers from reddish-pink buds
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Good to know
Syn. Zabelia tyaihyoni. Wildlife plant - insects -
Pests & Diseases
Trouble free -
Place of origin
Korea -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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DeciduousBright green leaves to 12cm (4¾in) long turn orange-red in autumn
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White
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PaniclesTerminal panicles
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TubularTo 1.5cm (½in) long
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BorderIdeal for the back of a sunny border
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Ovate
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Height
2.5m (8ft) -
Spread
1.5m (5ft) -
Tall ShrubMulti-stemmed shrub. Flowers with showy, 5-lobed pink calyces, continue for many weeks
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Scented flowersVery fragrant
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soil
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Full sun
Shelter from cold, dry winds -
Bee friendly
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Mature Size2.5m (8ft)
1.5m (5ft)
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