Zabelia biflora
A twiggy, deciduous shrub to 3m tall, with pointed, oval leaves that develop good autumn colour. From late spring to early summer it produces tubular flowers, pink on the outside and flaring into 5 white lobes; these are borne in clusters at the shoot tips
Size
Ultimate height
2.5–4 metresTime to ultimate height
10–20 yearsUltimate spread
2.5–4 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Pink White | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Pink White | Green | ||
| Autumn | Orange Red | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Caprifoliaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
A genus of 8 deciduous flowering shrubs or small trees, similar in size and habit to Abelia, with lance-shaped, hairy green foliage and fragrant pink to white flowers
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Far East
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade, with shelter from cold, drying winds
Propagation
Propagate by greenwood cuttings in early summer, or semi-ripe cuttings in late summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Low Maintenance
- Flower borders and beds
- Hedging and screens
Pruning
See pruning group 1
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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