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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
By: Forestfarm
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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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Zones
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Size
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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'
- sun - dappled shade
- 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
7b-10b
Size
Height: 5'-7'
Width: 5'-7'
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - occasional
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Zones
6a-10a
Size
Height: 3'-5'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - occasional
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