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Mexican Abelia

Scientific Name: Abelia floribunda (M.Mart. & Galeotti) Decaisne
Synonym: Linnaea floribunda, Vesalea floribunda
Family: Caprifoliaceae

Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: 8,9,12-24
AHS: 12-8
USDA: 8-9b

Sun Exposure: Light shade to full sun

Origin: Mexico

Growth Habits: Evergreen shrub, up to 10 feet tall (3 m.), up to 12 feet in spread (3.6 m.), dark green ovate leaves, 0.6 to 1.6 inches long (1.5 to 4 cm.), 0.4 to 1 inches long (1 to 2.5 cm.)

Flowers: Pink or red rod-shaped, flowers, up to 2 inches long (5 cm.), in late summer

Watering Needs: Moderate water to regular water, needs good drainage

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