Sunny Anniversary® Abelia
Shrub
- We no longer offer this product. Create a similar look with the Abelia Funshine!
- Outstanding deer and rabbit resistance.
- Easy to grow and maintain - perfect for beginners.
- Zones 6-9, sun/part sun, 4' tall x 4' wide at maturity.
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Description
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Patent #: USPP 24,445
Common name: Abelia
Zone: 6 - 9
Sun exposure: Sun (> 6 hours sun) to part-sun (4-6 hours sun)
Height x width: 3-4' tall and wide
Flower color: pale yellow with pink centers
Foliage color: Dark green
Season of interest: Summer through fall
Uses: Specimen, hedge, landscaping, foundation planting
How to Grow
Light: Sun (> 6 hours sun) to part-sun (4-6 hours sun)
Water: Moderate moisture; tolerates dry conditions once established, but flowering is best when not stressed.
Space: 4' apart
Fertilizing: Seldom needed; apply a granular garden or rose fertilizer in early spring if desired.
Winterizing: A 2-3" layer of shredded bark mulch is recommended. In colder areas, site away from strong winds.
Maintenance: Sunny Anniversary abelia blooms on new wood, so can be pruned in spring if desired. However, it naturally takes on a graceful, fountain-like habit that does not require regular pruning.
Plant spacing is based on the ultimate width of the plants. This figure is normally given as a range; for example, 3-5’. If you live in a cold climate and/or want plants to fill in more quickly, plan to space at the shorter end of the range. If you live in a warm climate, are on a limited budget, or are willing to wait longer for plants to touch, use the higher end of the range. Using the larger number is recommended when calculating distance from a building or structure. There’s really no such thing as "maximum spacing": if you don’t want your plants to touch, you can space them as far apart as you’d like. All plant spacing is calculated on center, or in other words, the centers of the plants are spaced one half of their eventual width apart:
Unless you are planting in a straight line, as you might for hedges or edging, space your plants in a staggered or zig-zag pattern for a more interesting and naturalistic look:
Not sure just how many plants will fit in your garden? Our calculator gives you the exact amount of plants required for your space. Simply update the values and the calculator will re-calculate accordingly. Spacing information can be found in the 'How to Grow' tab on each plant's page.