Abelia x grandiflora 'Sunrise' PP9698

Also Known As

Abelia grandiflora 'Sunrise'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-5'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

6a-10a

Abelia x grandiflora 'Sunrise' PP9698 plant details

Abelia x grandiflora 'Sunrise' PP9698 is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen shrub with gold, green and variegated foliage. In fall and summer pink and white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Abelia x grandiflora 'Sunrise' PP9698

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: caprifoliaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, fall color, fragrant, glowing, mounding, repeat-blooming, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abelia x grandiflora 'Sunrise' PP9698

USDA Zones: 6a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and seaside / salt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

With its compact 3' size, brightly yellow-variegated foliage, ; pink late-season flowers, this fine new selection, as bright ; cheerful as its name implies, should be a welcome addition in any garden. S-PSh/M PP9698

By: Forestfarm

Easy and beautiful shrub with arching branches, 3-5' tall and 4-6' wide, forming a rounded mound. Leaves sparkle with golden edges, glowing in cold temperatures with orange and red tones – evergreen in warmer climates…semi-evergreen elsewhere. White bell flowers, summer and fall. Attractive to hummingbirds. Most soils, some summer water, full sun to light shade.

By: Secret Garden Growers

Garden photo gallery of Abelia x grandiflora 'Sunrise' PP9698

Photo of Abelia x grandiflora 'Sunrise' PP9698 form by Karl Gercens III

By: Karl Gercens III

By: Karl Gercens III

Gardening facts about Abelia x grandiflora 'Sunrise' PP9698 plant

How to Grow Abelia x grandiflora 'Sunrise' PP9698

Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- seaside / salt tolerant

Features

Foliage Color
- variegated
- gold
- green
Flower Color
- white
- pink
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- semi-evergreen
Texture
- glossy