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Abelia x grandiflora 'Francis Mason'

Family Caprifoliaceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   6a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H2 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 0.9 - 1.5 m (3 - 5 ft)
Spread 1.2 - 1.8 m (4 - 6 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description Abelia x grandiflora 'Francis Mason' (glossy abelia) bears showy, white, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during mid-spring to early fall. This shrub is arching in form and has variegated deep green foliage that is showy, glossy, fine textured and semi-evergreen. The bark is showy and exfoliating in texture. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning shrub which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Hedge, foundation, specimen, screening and topiary.
Special Characteristics This shrub attracts butterflies to your garden. Abelia x grandiflora 'Francis Mason' tolerates compacted soil.