131 gardener saves
Abelia: the varieties gardeners actually grow
We track 15 varieties; these are the ones gardeners actually save and plant, ranked by real saves rather than catalog marketing. Each links to full care, bloom, and live price data.
The 12 most-saved Abelia varieties
Of 15 in the catalog — ordered by how many gardeners actually grow them.
#1 most savedTres Amigos Abelia
Abelia grandiflora 'Mincautri'
#2 most savedKaleidoscope Abelia
Abelia grandiflora 'Kaleidoscope'
#3 most savedAbelia Tres Amigos
Abelia x grandiflora 'Tres Amigos'
Glossy Abelia
Abelia x grandiflora 'Brilliantina'
Abelia Rose Creek
Abelia x grandiflora 'Rose Creek'
Glossy Abelia
Abelia grandiflora 'Radiance'
Glossy Abelia 'Poco Loco'
Abelia x grandiflora 'Poco Loco'
Mardi Gras Abelia
Abelia grandiflora 'Mardi Gras'
Glossy Abelia
Abelia x grandiflora 'Suntastic Pink'
Little Richard Abelia
Abelia grandiflora 'Little Richard'
Peach Perfection Abelia
Abelia hybrid 'Peach Perfection'
Sunshine Daydream Abelia
Abelia grandiflora 'Sunshine Daydream'
Browse all 15 Abelia varieties →
How to grow Abelia
What the Abelia varieties in our catalog actually agree on — drawn from the care records of the 15 most-grown of them, not from a generic template.
The Abelia year
- PruneJanuary and February100% of varieties
Perform light shaping and remove winter-damaged tips in late winter.
- FertilizeMarch100% of varieties
Feed with a general-purpose slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
- MulchMarch and April73% of varieties
Replenish mulch layer to 2 inches to retain soil moisture.
Do
- Mulch to conserve moisture
- Water regularly during dry periods 🌱
- Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a deep root system.
- Fertilize annually in spring
- Water regularly during the first year to establish a strong root system.
Avoid
- Don't plant in heavy, waterlogged soil.
- Overwater to prevent root rot ❌
- Avoid planting in deep shade, which reduces flowering and foliage color.
- Do not let the soil dry out completely for extended periods.
What goes wrong with Abelia
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Distorted new growth, sticky residue on leaves | Use a strong spray of water to dislodge them or apply insecticidal soap. For persistent issues, consider neem oil. |
| Scale insects | Bumps on stems and leaves | Use horticultural oil or insecticidal soap |
| Powdery mildew | White powdery coating on leaves | Ensure good air circulation and apply fungicide if needed |
| Root Rot | Wilting, yellowing leaves, and plant decline due to overly wet soil. | Prevention is the only cure. Ensure the plant is in well-drained soil. Do not overwater. |
| Powdery Mildew | White, powdery coating on leaves, especially in humid conditions with poor air flow. | Improve air circulation by proper spacing and pruning. Apply horticultural oil or a fungicide if severe. |
Making more Abelia
Cuttings
- Take semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer
- Dip in rooting hormone
- Plant in moist soil
- Keep soil moist for 6 weeks
- Transplant once roots develop
Layering
- Bend a low branch to ground
- Cover with soil, leaving tip exposed
- Water regularly for 8 weeks
- Separate and transplant rooted layer
Abelia questions
How many types of Abelia are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 15 distinct Abelia varieties. The most popular — ranked by 131 real gardener saves — are shown first above.
What zones does Abelia grow in?
Across its varieties, Abelia covers USDA Zones 6–9. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Abelia bloom?
Most Abelia varieties bloom in mid-summer, late summer, early summer. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Abelia should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.
Keep exploring
More on Abelia
By hardiness zone
Design with Abelia in your own yard
Snap a photo of your space and see these varieties planted in it — sized correctly, matched to your zone, with care reminders included.
