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ABELIA x grandiflora 'Hopleys Variety'

A sport of A. 'Francis Mason' with golden variegated foliage which turns pink in autumn
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Good to know
One of the hardiest variegated cultivars. Wildlife plant - insects -
Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Garden origin. UK. Hopley's Nursery, Herts. 1994. -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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EvergreenPointed, glossy leaves to 5cm (2in) long.
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Semi-evergreenKeeps some of its foliage all year, and will drop some leaves as well.In colder areas
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Shades of pink
All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Pale pink -
PaniclesTerminal panicles and axillary cymes
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TubularFunnel-shaped flowers 2cm (¾in) long with 2-5-lobed calyces
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BorderIdeal for the back of a sunny border
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Fully hardyBorderline
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Gold variegated
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Entire
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Ovate
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Height
1.5m (5ft) -
Spread
1.5m (5ft) -
Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightCompact, spreading habit
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Pruning group 5
Suitable 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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Hardy - average winter
Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)Borderline -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soil
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Full sun
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Mature Size1.5m (5ft)
1.5m (5ft)
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