Evergreen Shrub – Mango Twist Abelia

Mango Twist Abelia 

Botanical name: abelia x grandiflora ‘mango twist’ 

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: 2 ft in height with a 4-5 ft spread 

Hardy zone: zones 6-9 

Growth rate: grows 6-12 inches per year 

Foliage color: yellow, bronze 

Flower color: white 

Bloom time:  summer, fall 

Pruning instructions: prune to maintain desired shape and size in the late winter/early spring before new growth begins to emerge 

Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings during the summer season 

Landscape use: hedge, border, mass planting, foundation planting 

Special features: red stems, pest resistant, deer resistant, attracts pollinators 

Light needs: 6 hours of sun per day

Watering instructions: allow the top 2 inches of soil to dry out between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : use a balanced slow-release fertilizer once a year in the early spring 

Best time to plant: spring, fall 

Best type of soil: loam 

Companion plants: other abelias, flowering quince, barberry, catmint 

Toxicity level: non-toxic to humans and pets 

Invasive species: no