Engler's abelia
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A semi-evergreen shrub with somewhat arching stems and mid-green foliage, the undersides of which, along with juvenile growth, is tinged bronze. The abundant funnel-shaped, lilac-pink flowers have an eye-catching streak of golden-yellow on the lower petal and throat. Flowers are produced from early to late summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- Engler's abelia (Abelia engleriana)
- Genus
- Abelia
- Family
- Caprifoliaceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Height
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Spread
- Semi evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Engler's abelia
Distribution map
- Native
- Introduced
- Cultivated
Source：WCVP v16 · Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew · CC BY 3.0 · Boundaries：WGSRPD / TDWG
Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Engler's abelia
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Engler's abelia care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningUsually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by softwood cuttings in early summer or semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer
Growing
GrowingEasy to grow in reasonable conditions; requires a sheltered, sunny position
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to honey fungus
Pests
Generally pest-free
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