Abelia x grandiflora Funshine®

Scientific Name: Abelia x grandiflora 'Minacara1'

Also Known As

Funshine® Abelia

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

6a-9b

Abelia x grandiflora Funshine® plant details

Abelia x grandiflora Funshine® is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen shrub with apricot, chartreuse, gold and green foliage. In fall and summer lavender and pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - occasional water. 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 x grandiflora Funshine®

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: caprifoliaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen apricot, chartreuse, gold and green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: lavender and pink blooms in fall and summer
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abelia x grandiflora Funshine®

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Bright sunny-gold foliage emerges a glowing apricot color before deepening to tones of gold, chartreuse and green. Sweetly-scented lavender blooms appear all summer long. This wonderful cultivar was discovered by shining brighter than the others in a breeder's field in France. Compact growth to just 2-3' mean there is room for one in every garden. Perfect for container, border or mass planting; deer resistant. S-PSh/M PP30430