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ABELIA x grandiflora 'Gold Jewel'
Pure gold foliage, taking on copper notes in winter. Soft 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 know
Wildlife plant - insects -
Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
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Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Evergreenglossy 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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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Ovate
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Height
90cm (36in) -
Spread
90cm (36in) -
Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightCompact, mounding shrub
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy 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) -
Scented flowers
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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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Mature Size90cm (36in)
90cm (36in)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Border
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Pruning group
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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Soil Conditions
Fertile well drained soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Partial shade
Abelia - Care Guide