Abelia x grandiflora 'Sherwoodii'

Also Known As

Abelia x grandiflora 'Sherwood'
Abelia zanderi 'Sherwoodii'
Dwarf Abelia
Sherwood Glossy Abelia

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

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

planting zones

6a-10a

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Abelia x grandiflora 'Sherwoodii' plant details

Abelia x grandiflora 'Sherwoodii' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen groundcover shrub with green and pink foliage. In fall, spring and summer pink and white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, birds, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, 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 'Sherwoodii'

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: caprifoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green and pink
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: cutting garden, fragrant, hedge

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abelia x grandiflora 'Sherwoodii'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Smaller (to 3-4') and more spreading (to 5' wide) than the species but with similar gracefully arching habit and dainty tubular pink flowers; useful in shrub borders, as space dividers and foundation plantings. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

A compact form this may be synonymous with nana, 'Sherwood' is lovely, small leaved and much more refined than most grandiflora types.

By: Arrowhead Alpines

Compact dwarf that grows into a tight spreading mound of white flowers. Only 2-3' tall and wide after ten years. Great as a tall shrubby groundcover. Recommended by: the Garden Clubs of America.

By: Fantastic Plants

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How to Grow Abelia x grandiflora 'Sherwoodii'

Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant

Features

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