![]() order your own Kaleidoscope Abelia Shrub today! Unlike the Abelia selection at your local big-box retailer, your Kaleidoscope Abelia Shrub arrives with better branching, ready to take off. Now, all that's left for you to do is enjoy your new landscape focal point. Because your Kaleidoscope Abelia Shrub is delivered with a healthier, more developed root system, you'll plant and forget your Abelia.until its unmatched color elevates your curb appeal, that is.īasically, the hard work in growing your Abelia has been done, months before it even ships. The best part? You get all of these benefits without the hassle. Be sure to plant this shrub where you'll enjoy the antics of tiny hummers and colorful butterflies flitting from flower to flower! But don't expect to find only a few flowers here and there- Kaleidoscope Abelia is covered in a profusion of blossoms that look like a summer snowstorm. Its white flowers, sometimes with a hint of blush pink, are trumpet-shaped to hold the sweet nectar that hummingbirds and butterflies find irresistible. Glossy variegated leaves are splashed with colors of lemon-yellow and lime-green during the summer months, but the display becomes even more vivid in autumn when shades of ruby-red bring color to an otherwise drab winter garden.Īs a member of the honeysuckle plant family, it should come as no surprise that Kaleidoscope Abelia has similarly shaped blooms. Light pruning of abelias can be done anytime.Kaleidoscope Abelia (Abelia x grandiflora 'Kaleidoscope') brings a dazzling new twist to solid-color foliage. If heavy pruning is desired, prune in winter. MaintenanceĪbelias do not generally require pruning. Fertilizingįeed the Kaleidoscope Abelia with a balanced slow release fertilizer in spring. Once established, only minimal watering is needed and generally only during extended periods of dry, hot weather. Wateringĭeeply water when newly planted and twice weekly during establishment (2-3 months). Soil: The Abelia Kaleidoscope is very adaptable, but prefers well-drained, fertile soil. However, this shrub does well in part shade as well. Sunlight: Plant this abelia in full sun for best blooming and color. Growing Zones: The Kaleidoscope Abelia bush is recommended for growing zone 6, zone 7, zone 8, and zone 9. When planting in summer, water this plant deeply every day for a few weeks. Planting Time: Plant abelias any time of the year taking care to avoid temperature extremes, especially during the height of summer. Once established this hardy plant requires little to no maintenance. This eye-catching bush provides an abundance of color with minimal care and adds curb appeal to any home or place of business. Provide a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in the spring. ![]() Pro Tips for Best Color: Plant your Kaleidoscope Abelia in full sun. Once this flowering plant is established it requires no maintenance. The Kaleidoscope Abelia is frost, drought, and heat tolerant and deer resistant. This variegated abelia is evergreen in a majority of its recommended growing zones but may lose some or even all of its leaves in the coldest parts of its zone recommendations. The Kaleidoscope really stands out in containers. This dwarf abelia bush is great in mixed beds, small groups and mass plantings, and as a foundation plant. If you are looking for a pop of color for your landscape, the Kaleidoscope Abelia is a top pick! This small plant boasts huge color with vibrant shades of green, yellow, orange, and red throughout the year. What more can you ask for in a flowering shrub?! Add some Soft Touch Holly or Green Mountain Boxwood shrubs into the mix for a great look! Key Features From mixed beds to mass plantings to containers, this semi-evergreen plant brings distinctive charm to any of your landscaping needs. This dwarf abelia is frost, drought, and heat tolerant, and deer resistant. The Kaleidoscope Abelia is more than just a pretty face! It is an extremely versatile and hardy plant. With a beautiful spectrum of green, red, golden-yellow, and orange this glossy abelia is quite literally a kaleidoscope of color in fall. An abundance of white, subtly fragrant flowers emerge during late summer and continue to bloom into fall. In summer, the color deepens, transitioning into a dark green center with golden-yellow outer edges. In spring, the center of the foliage is light green with bright yellow around the outer edges. The Kaleidoscope Abelia adds an exciting pop of color and flair to any landscaping design and should definitely be considered when shopping shrubs for sale.
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