Abelia grandiflora Nana

Common Name:
Dwarf Glossy Abelia

Description:
Abelia × grandiflora 'Nana', commonly known as Dwarf Glossy Abelia, is a compact, semi-evergreen shrub renowned for its arching branches and attractive foliage. New growth emerges with a bronze hue, maturing to bright, glossy green leaves. From spring through autumn, it produces an abundance of small, fragrant, white tubular flowers, occasionally tinged with pink, which are particularly appealing to pollinators. This low-maintenance plant is well-suited to Melbourne's climate, thriving in full sun to part shade and preferring well-drained soils. It is versatile in the landscape, ideal for use in hedging, mass planting, borders, mixed beds, and containers. Regular watering during establishment will promote healthy growth, and while it tolerates periods of frost, protection from harsh conditions is beneficial. Pruning after flowering can help maintain its shape and encourage denser foliage.

Form:

• Shrub – Small

Mature Size:

• Height: Approximately 1 meter
• Width: Approximately 1 meter

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers from Spring through Autumn

Flower Colour:

• White, occasionally tinged with pink

Key Attributes:

• Fragrant Flowers
• Semi-Evergreen
• Low Maintenance
• Suitable for Hedging
• Ideal for Borders and Mass Planting
• Attracts Pollinators

Toxicity:

• No known toxicity to humans or animals.

Companion Plants:

• Lavandula spp. (Lavender)
• Salvia spp. (Sage)
• Rosa spp. (Roses)
• Hydrangea spp.
• Buxus spp. (Boxwood)