Abelia
Abelia grandiflora
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Jul 19, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
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About Abelia
Glossy Abelia (Abelia x grandiflora) is a semi-evergreen shrub of garden origin, prized for its graceful arching branches, glossy dark green foliage that bronzes in cool weather, and an abundance of small funnel-shaped white to blush-pink flowers from summer through fall. It is a classic landscape shrub and pollinator magnet. Starting at $12.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer, Fall
- Flower Color
- White, Pink
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Semi-evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Bloom season.
Bloom season. Ideal planting window.
May lose some foliage in cold snaps.
Care essentials
Plant glossy abelia in full sun to light shade; in NE Florida's heat, full sun produces the densest growth and best flowering, while heavy shade causes thin, unattractive plants with poor bloom. At least 6 hours of direct sun daily is recommended.
Glossy abelia has good drought tolerance once established in NE Florida's sandy soils, but benefits from moderate, consistent moisture during establishment. After the first growing season, irrigation can be reduced; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings to avoid root issues.
Plant in moist, well-drained soil; abelia tolerates sandy and loamy soils common to NE Florida but dislikes prolonged wet feet. Amend heavy soils with organic matter at planting. Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring; prune in early spring to stimulate new growth and heavy blooming.
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Common questions
Is Abelia a good plant for St. Augustine?
Abelia is a shrub for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, with low salt tolerance, reaching 6-10 feet × 5-6 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.