Abelia x grandiflora Sunshine Daydream PP20961

Scientific Name: Abelia x grandiflora 'Abelops'

Also Known As

Abelia x grandiflora 'Sunshine Daydream'
Sunshine Daydream Abelia

Plant type

shrub

size

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

planting zones

6a-9b

Abelia x grandiflora Sunshine Daydream PP20961 plant details

Abelia x grandiflora Sunshine Daydream PP20961 is a broadleaf semi-evergreen shrub with bronze, gold, green, pink, red and variegated foliage. In fall and summer pink and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - 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 Sunshine Daydream PP20961

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: caprifoliaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen bronze, gold, green, pink, red and variegated
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in fall and summer
Uses: fall color, fragrant, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Abelia x grandiflora Sunshine Daydream PP20961

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The bright green-edged yellow foliage of this compact 3-4' x 3-4' shrub turns a showy orange-red-bronze in fall; its fragrant pinkish-white bells are a sweet plus, summer to frost. S-PSh/M