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ActiveAbelia x grandiflora Rehder · Glossy abelia
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Specimen planting — Abelia x grandiflora Rehder
Abelia x grandiflora Rehder
Abelia x grandiflora is used as a specimen plant due to its graceful spreading habit, glossy foliage, and prolonged flowering, which creates a "flowering cloud" effect.
In the reference 4 varieties crop Glossy abelia, where this is mentioned in the description.
As a specimen, Abelia x grandiflora is valued for its expressive habit with arching shoots, allowing for the formation of a voluminous focal point ranging from 1.25 to 2 meters in height and width. Prolonged flowering from late spring through autumn, combined with white-pink tubular flowers and burgundy-tinted young shoots, makes the plant a complete decorative center for an open space.
The crop responds well to regular pruning, which allows for the adjustment of the single shrub's shape and the maintenance of a neat appearance throughout the season.
General information about the subject — on the page Specimen planting.
Varieties of Glossy abelia mentioned in the description
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