- Canyon creek abelia:
Botanical name: Abelia grandiflora
Botanical name: Abelia grandiflora
Beginner friendly?: yes
Average size at maturity: 3 ft in height and a 4 ft spread
Bloom time: early summer to mid fall
Hardy zone: Zones 5-9
Flower color: pink and white
Foliage color: green, yellow, copper
Growth rate: about 6 inches a year
Pruning instructions: shape the plant every 2 months during growing season
Propagation methods: cut a stem just below a node and place in water until roots start to emerge
Landscape use: works great as a border or as an accent plant
Light needs: 6 hours of sunlight a day
Special features: colorful foliage all year round
Watering instructions: water 2 – 3 times a week until established, drought tolerant once established
Fertilizing instructions : use 10-10-10 in the early spring
Best time to plant: spring or early fall
Best type of soil: sandy or loamy soil
Companion plants: phlox, irises, roses, hollies
Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets
Invasive species: no
