Zabelia tyaihyonii 'Korean Spring'
abelia 'Korean Spring'
A deciduous shrub to 2.5m high, with arching stems and bright green, ovate leaves that turn orange-red in autumn. Produces clusters of red buds that open to scented white flowers in late spring and early summer
Size
Ultimate height
1.5–2.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
1.5–2.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | White | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | White | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green Orange Red | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
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
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun, with shelter from cold, drying winds
Propagation
Propagate by softwood cuttings in early summer, or semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Cottage and informal garden
- Flower borders and beds
- Wall side borders
Pruning
Pruning group 1, after flowering
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
May be susceptible to honey fungus
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