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Abelia x grandiflora 'Bobbie'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 6a-10a

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Abelia x grandiflora 'Bobbie' plant details

Abelia x grandiflora 'Bobbie' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer lavender and pink 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 - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Abelia x grandiflora 'Bobbie'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: caprifoliaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: lavender and pink blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abelia x grandiflora 'Bobbie'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

As above but with fragrant Lavender Pink flowers. This fabulous Abelia is in my sister Bobby's yard and has blooms unlike any we've seen. They are definitely more Deep Lavender than pink and are VERY, VERY fragrant. (It came from an old, old homestead where she lived at one time.)

By: Lazy S'S Farm Nursery

Gardening facts about Abelia x grandiflora 'Bobbie' plant

How to Grow Abelia x grandiflora 'Bobbie'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

8b-11

Size

Height: 4'-6'

Width: 4'-6'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular - occasional
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

5a-10a

Size

Height: 5'-7'

Width: 5'-8'

  • sun - dappled shade
  • even moisture - occasional
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

7b-10b

Size

Height: 3'-6'

Width: 3'-6'

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - low
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

7b-10b

Size

Height: 5'-7'

Width: 5'-7'

  • sun - dappled shade
  • even moisture - occasional
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aka Abelia grandiflora 'Sunrise'

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

6a-10a

Size

Height: 3'-5'

Width: 4'-6'

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - occasional
Photo of Abelia x grandiflora 'Sunrise' PP9698 form by Karl Gercens III
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