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    Abelia parvifolia 'Bumblebee'

    Also Known As

    • Abelia schumannii 'Bumblebee'
    • Bumblebee Abelia

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 3'-4'
    • W: 3'-4'

    planting zones

    • 7a-10a

    Abelia parvifolia 'Bumblebee' plant details

    Abelia parvifolia 'Bumblebee' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds 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 parvifolia 'Bumblebee'

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: caprifoliaceae
    Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
    Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Abelia parvifolia 'Bumblebee'

    USDA Zones: 7a - 10a
    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

    The larger foxglove-like lavender-pink flowers prolifically displayed by this rounded 3-4' newcomer from Europe will make it a treat over much of the summer. S-PSh/M

    By: Forestfarm

    Gardening facts about Abelia parvifolia 'Bumblebee' plant

    How to Grow Abelia parvifolia 'Bumblebee'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - dappled shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular - occasional

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • humidity tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • pink

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • hummingbirds
      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • fall
      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous
      • semi-evergreen

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