Abelia X gra. 'Miss Lemon'
Miss Lemonâ„¢ Abelia
Description
An outstanding Abelia with bright variegated foliage that starts yellow with green centers when young, then matures to ivory and green. Produces a heavy bloom of white flowers for summer and fall.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
1-3', 3-6'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green, Yellow, Variegated
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Attracts Bees
Design Styles
English Cottage, Formal, Japanese, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Fragrance, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Foundation, Patio, Park, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Erosion Control, Filler, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.