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This beautiful variegated selection is a sport of ‘Compacta’. Its ability to highlight the landscape is amazing. The rich variegation of gold and green complements the red stems. Dainty white flowers emerge in spring like small wedding bells ringing in celebration.
Golden
Anniversary™ Abelia is a wonderful addition to the perennial and
mixed border garden, and provides season long color with its attractive
variegation. It will add light to a semi shady spot and be blissful in
the glowing sun. It does not revert like older cultivars, and no pruning
is required to maintain its compact habit. This plant is is a
colorful, low maintenance addition to any garden.
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Why it's Better: There are other gold variegated forms of Abelia but Golden Anniversary™ Abelia is the only one developed from the cultivar 'Prostrata', which means you get a lower growing, more compact and more attractive plant. Hardiness: USDA Zone 6 Bloom Time: Spring, and reblooming thought out the summer Bloom Color: White Foliage Color: Variegated with a green center and yellow margin. Beautiful red stems to complement foliage Size: 24 - 28 inches Exposure: Full sun to partial shade Soil: Prefers acidic, well-drained, moist soil. Pruning: In late fall or early spring, blooms on new growth Watering: Medium moisture Wildlife: Attracts butterflies & hummingbirds Type: Semi-evergreen in the South Fertilizing: Fertilize in early spring by applying a slow release fertilizer specialized for trees & shrubs. Follow the label for recommended rate of application. Uses: shrub or perennial border, containers, winter gardens Breeder: Minier Nursery of France Available: Currently at Garden Crossings and at better garden centers. Garden Centers can book finished plants from a Proven Winner ColorChoice Gold Key Grower.
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