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Abelia 'John Creech'

Also Known As

  • Abelia x grandiflora 'John Creech'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 5'-6'
  • W: 5'-6'

planting zones

  • 6a-10a

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Abelia 'John Creech' plant details

Abelia 'John Creech' is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen shrub with green and red foliage. In fall and summer white flowers emerge. 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, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Abelia 'John Creech'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: caprifoliaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green and red
Mature size: 5 FT - 6 FT - wide, 5 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abelia 'John Creech'

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

Gardening facts about Abelia 'John Creech' plant

How to Grow Abelia 'John Creech'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

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

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • red
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

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

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
    • semi-evergreen

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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

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Size

Height: 4'-6'

Width: 4'-6'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular - occasional
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 5'-7'

Width: 5'-8'

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  • 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

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Size

Height: 5'-7'

Width: 5'-7'

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

Shrub

Zones

6a-10a

Size

Height: 3'-5'

Width: 4'-6'

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - occasional
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