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Abelia chinensis

Family Caprifoliaceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   7a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H3 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 1.5 - 2 m (5 - 6.5 ft)
Spread 1.5 - 2 m (5 - 6.5 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description Abelia chinensis (Chinese abelia) bears showy, white, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during early summer to early fall. This shrub is spreading in form and has deep green foliage that is glossy and medium textured. The bark is smooth in texture. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning shrub which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Border, hedge, foundation and specimen.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Abelia chinensis .