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Abelia x grandiflora 'Little Richard'
Also Known As
- Abelia zanderi 'Little Richard'
- Compact Glossy Abelia
- Fragrant Abelia
- Little Richard Abelia
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 2'-3'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 6a-10a
Abelia x grandiflora 'Little Richard' plant details
Abelia x grandiflora 'Little Richard' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen shrub with green and red foliage. In fall, spring and summer white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Abelia x grandiflora 'Little Richard'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: caprifoliaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green and red
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in fall, spring and summer
- Uses: compact, cutting garden, dwarf, fall color, honey-scented
GROWING CONDITIONS for Abelia x grandiflora 'Little Richard'
- USDA Zones: 6a - 10a
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Lazy S'S Farm Nursery
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How to Grow Abelia x grandiflora 'Little Richard'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- clay
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- red
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
Texture
- glossy
Landscape groups by tags
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Scientific Name: Vesalea floribunda
aka Mexican Abelia
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
8b-11
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - occasional
aka Fragrant Abelia
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
5a-10a
Size
Height: 5'-7'
Width: 5'-8'
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - occasional
aka Abelia 'Edward Goucher', Abelia grandiflora 'Edward Goucher', Abelia x grandiflora x schumannii 'Edward Goucher', Edward Goucher Abelia
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 3'-6'
Width: 3'-6'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - low
aka Chinese Abelia
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 5'-7'
Width: 5'-7'
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - occasional
aka Abelia grandiflora 'Sunrise'
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
6a-10a
Size
Height: 3'-5'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - occasional
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