| Ruby ANNIVERSARY™ Abelia chinensis 'Keiser' | ||
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An improved selection of Abelia chinensis that gives you more color as the dark, glossy foliage has ruby-red new growth and fall color.
This is a long blooming plant with clusters of salmon pink buds, white flowers and soft pink bracts from mid-summer until frost. The fragrant flowers are a butterfly magnet. Developed by Susan Keiser of Ossining, NY.
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Why it's Better: More color as the dark, glossy foliage has ruby-red new growth and fall color Hardiness: USDA Zone 5 Bloom Time: Mid-summer to frost Bloom Color: Pink in bud maturing to White Foliage Color: Dark green foliage is flushed with burgundy in spring and fall Size: 4-6' Exposure: Full sun to partial shade Soil: Prefers acidic, well-drained, moist soil. Pruning: Shear to shape in early spring to early summer, 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: Susan Keiser Available: Currently at better garden centers. Garden Centers can book finished plants from a Proven Winner ColorChoice Gold Key Grower. Share your experience: Rate how has this variety has performed in your garden. |
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