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Megan Mathey
Grand Haven, Michigan

POCO LOCO®

Abelia

Abelia × grandiflora

'SMNAGBT'

PP#35,980

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  • Colorful foliage
  • Fragrant flowers
  • Neat + tidy habit
Description

Poco Loco® abelia keeps things interesting all season long! The show begins in spring, when foliage emerges yellow and orange. As the season progresses, the foliage morphs to green with pink-red new growth and is accompanied by heavy sets of fragrant pink flowers. Naturally takes on an appealing, globe-shaped habit that brings tidiness and welcome structure to any place it is planted. 

USDA Zone
6 - 9 (-10°F/-23.3°C)
Exposure
Full sun, Part sun
Height
2-3'
Width
2-3'
Finish Time
1 season
Type
Semi-evergreen
Bloom Time
Summer
Flower Color
Pink
Foliage Color
Yellow, Green, Red
Liner Sizes
2 1/4", 4", Quick Turn

Soil

Abelia are adaptable to a range of soil types and will tolerate periods of dry soil. Best growth is in moist, well-drained soils; benefits from mulch in the landscape.

Pruning

Prune in early spring if necessary. Trimming in summer removes flowers but will encourage colorful new growth.

Uses

Abelia is an excellent choice for general landscaping. May be used as a specimen, low hedge, or in perennial gardens/mixed plantings.

Growing Tips

Blooms on new wood.