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Pinky Bells
Abelia

  • Exposure
    • Part Sun to Sun
  • Season
    • Spring
    • Summer
  • Mature Size
    • 24 - 36 Inches
Programs
New Plant
ColorChoice® Flowering Shrubs
ColorChoice® Flowering Shrubs
Pinky Bells Abelia
Part Sun to Sun 24 - 36

This compact plant has the largest flowers of any abelia! The lavender-pink flowers dangle from the branches like delicate ornaments, and bloom from mid-summer to fall. New growth on the foliage and stems takes on red hues in late spring and autumn, providing an extended color season for home gardens.This new variety will be available in better garden centers Spring 2013.

This compact plant has the largest flowers of any abelia! Pendulous, lavender-pink flowers bloom from mid-summer to fall. New growth on the foliage and stems takes on red hues in late spring and autumn. This cross between Abelia schumannii 'Bumblebee' and Abelia zanderi 'Little Richard' has a strong root system, healthy growth and excellent container presentation.

Features

The largest flowers of any abelia. Blooms from mid-summer to fall. Red new growth. Deer resistant.

Long Blooming
Resists: 
Deer

Characteristics

Shrub Type: 
Deciduous
Height Category: 
Medium
Garden Height: 
24 - 36 Inches
Spacing Maximum: 
60 Inches
Spread: 
36 - 48 Inches
Flower Colors: 
Pink
Flower Shade: 
Pink
Foliage Colors: 
Green
Foliage Shade: 
Green
Habit: 
Mounded
Container Role: 
Thriller

Plant Needs

Light Requirement: 
Part Sun to Sun
Blooms On: 
New Wood
Bloom Time: 
Mid-Summer through Fall
Bloom Time: 
Mid-Summer to Fall
Bloom Time: 
Summer
Hardiness Zones: 
6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b
Uses: 
Landscape
Uses Notes: 

Mixed borders; foundation plantings.

Duration: 
Shrub
Water Category: 
Average
Maintenance Category: 
Easy
Maintenance Notes: 

Prefers moist, well drained soil. Trim to shape after flowering. This plant may benefit from a hard shearing every couple of years. Fertilize in early spring with a controlled release fertilizer.

Patent Information: 
Pinky Bells Abelia 'Lynn' PP: 20604 Can. PBRAF

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