ABELIA X GRANDIFLORA

Plants that have become popular garden fixtures can easily be overlooked in favour of something new and unknown. But sometimes, it’s worth reminding ourselves that plants such as Abelia x grandiflora have remained popular for a reason. It is incredibly versatile, providing structure and soft-pink flowers from early summer to late autumn. Given a reasonable garden soil, it is trouble free and stands strong with glossy foliage. A plant that offers structure without compromising colour and flowers.

Height 2.5-4m.

Origin Garden hybrid between

A. chinensis and A. uniflora.

Conditions Fertile, moist but well-drained soil; sun.

Hardiness RHS H5, USDA 5a-9b. Season of interest Flowering from early summer into late autumn.