Zabelia biflora

RHS Plant Profile
twin-flowered zabelia

Synonyms

Abelia insularis
Abelia coreana
Abelia biflora

Shrubs

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

Position

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil Types

Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand

Max Height

2.5-4 metres

Max Spread

2.5-4 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
10–20 years
Max Spread
2.5-4 metres
Max Height
2.5-4 metres

Growing Conditions

Chalk Clay Loam Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Full sun Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H6

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical 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