Lustrous leaves with a pinkish cast emerge on crimson stems, mature to dark green and turn purple-green in winter. Its compact size makes an excellent foundation, container or low hedge plant.
Tags: Abelia
Abelia x 'Rose Creek'
Category:
Light Requirements:
Partial to Full Sun
Mature Size:
2 to 3 ft. tall, 3 to 4 ft. wide.
Cold Hardiness Zone:
6-9
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Foliage Color:
Dark Green
Flower Color:
White
Bloom Period:
Spring
Water Requirements:
Moderate, Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
Care Instructions
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a tidy, neat appearance, shear annually to shape. Pruning time: winter.