Rose Creek Abelia
Rose Creek Abelia (Abelia grandiflora 'Rose Creek')
Rose Creek Abelia is a compact, semi-evergreen shrub with glossy green leaves, bronzy new growth, and abundant white tubular flowers from summer into fall. Dense branching and rosy-pink calyces provide lasting color and a refined, low mound for borders and foundations.
Distinctive Features
Prolific white blooms age against persistent rosy calyces for extended effect, while burgundy stems and bronzy cool-season foliage add multi-season interest. Its naturally compact habit reduces pruning needs.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade, with afternoon shade in hot sites to reduce leaf scorch.
- Soil: Well drained, moderately fertile soil is ideal.
- Water: Keep evenly moist during establishment; once established, it tolerates brief dry periods.
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 6 to 9.
- Mature Size: 2 to 3 ft tall and 3 to 4 ft wide.
Ideal Uses
- Focal Point: Compact form and rosy calyces create a bright accent near entries and paths.
- Foundation Planting: Provides neat, evergreen texture with long flowering.
- Low Hedges: Forms a tidy edging with light, periodic pruning.
- Mixed Borders: Contrasts well with dark-leaved shrubs and summer perennials.
- Pollinator Gardens: Flowers attract bees and butterflies through the warm months.
Low Maintenance Care
- Watering: Water weekly the first season and during extended dry spells thereafter.
- Pruning: Lightly shape after flowering or in late winter to maintain density.
- Fertilizing: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring if growth is light.
- Mulching: Maintain a 2 to 3 in mulch layer, keeping mulch off stems.
- Notes: Protect from drying winter winds in colder zones to preserve foliage.
Why Choose Rose Creek Abelia?
- Extended Flower Display: Rosy calyces keep color even after blooms fade.
- Compact Habit: Fits small gardens and high-visibility spaces with minimal shearing.
- Pollinator Friendly: Tubular flowers support bees and butterflies.
- Heat and Urban Tolerant: Performs in warm exposures with adequate moisture.
- Low Maintenance: Durable and adaptable once established.
For best color and performance, site in morning sun with well drained soil and provide even moisture during peak summer heat.
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