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Abelia x grandiflora

Glossy Abelia

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Compact deciduous shrub with arching branches, glossy green leaves, and fragrant pink/white tubular flowers. Ideal for borders or containers in temperate climates.
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Plant Details

Common Name Glossy Abelia
Family Caprifoliaceae
Genus Abelia
Species Grandiflora
Variety Hybrid
Origin China
Blooming Spring to Fall, fragrant tubular flowers
Leaf Color Dark green (bronze/red in winter)
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining loamy soil rich in organic matter; mix with perlite for containers.

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Watering

Moderate watering, allow top 2cm to dry between waterings. Reduce significantly during dormancy in winter.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun for maximum bloom production; tolerates partial shade but may reduce flowering.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during active growth (Spring-early Autumn).

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Pruning

Prune after flowering to maintain shape; hard prune every few years if overgrown.

Pest Control Aphid Scale Insect Spider Mite Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 6 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 90°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 50000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 3500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 2000
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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