It is a deciduous or semievergreen multistemmed shrub with rounded, spreading, or gracefully arching branches to 1 to 1.8 m tall. The leaves are ovate, glossy, dark green, and 2 to 6 cm long. The flowers are produced in clusters, white, tinged pink, bell-shaped, to 2 cm long. Unlike most flowering shrubs in cultivation, the species blooms from late summer to well into the autumn.
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It is said that there was an evil dragon on a mountain, which was difficult to tame and was a danger to the people. At the foot of the mountain were six men who were enlightened by a sage and so they dug up some small trees that could subdue the dragon, and they succeeded! This small plant is the abelia.
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Water:
Abelia thrives in moderate humidity and prefers evenly moist soil without waterlogging. Regular weekly watering maintains its needs. As an ornamental shrub, mulching helps retain moisture and reduces watering frequency during the active growing season.
Propagation:
Propagation of abelia involves taking 4-6 inch semi-hardwood cuttings, ideally in late summer. Ensure humidity, warmth (70-75°F), and bright, indirect light with well-draining soil. Use rooting hormone, keep cuttings moist (not waterlogged), and manage rot risk for successful root development.
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