ABELIA x grandiflora 'Compacta'

Description:Common name: Glossy Abelia. A compact, round shaped shrub with abundant white to pink, scented flowers throughout summer

Climate/Position: Thrives in full sun but also suited to partial shade. Protect from cold winter winds

Height/Spread: Height and spread 1-1.5m

Soil Requirements: Suitable for any soil type. Prefers moist, well- drained site but is tolerant of drought

Pruning: If pruning is required or to rejuvenate old plants and encourage flowering then cut out a number of the oldest twiggy shoots at ground level in spring. Tips of shoots may suffer die back in the coldest winters and therefore it may be desirable to trim these dead shoots back to growing points in late spring

Special Requirements: A sheltered site or wall protection is preferred in colder areas