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 SILVER ANNIVERSARY™     Abelia x 'Panache' '

 

This beautiful variegated selection is a sport of ‘Compacta’. Its ability to highlight the landscape is amazing. The rich variegation of silver and green complements the red stems. Dainty white flowers emerge in spring like small wedding bells ringing in celebration.

Silver Anniversaryis 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. Silver Anniversary is a colorful, low maintenance addition to any garden.

 

Why it's Better: There are other variegated forms of Abelia but Silver Anniversary 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 - Fall

Bloom Color:  White

Foliage Color:  Variegated with a green center and silver 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

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