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Francis Mason Abelia Details

A FEW TESTIMONIALS

Hi ... several weeks ago I bought a Sweet Tea Olive and a Frost Proof Gardenia from you. I potted them up and they are doing well. The Sweet Tea Olive has blooms. Thank you so much!" ― Patricia W.

Bought 2 tea olive shrubs from him. They were and still are so healthy! He provided written directions on care and planting. That was so helpful since I'm a novice. I'll be back! ― Gayle T.

Wonderful sale, plant very healthy & is still happy, very knowledgeable & communication was great, would definitely buy from again. ― Robin F.

I have bought several plants from Michael that were very healthy and good specimens. He takes the time to provide informational handouts and education on how to be successful in growing them. He is easy to work with and will even meet you in a convenient location for pickup. ― Deb C.

― Francis Mason Abelia (FUTURE)

(Abelia x grandiflora “Francis Mason”)
Full Sun, Part Sun, Shade

Beautiful new glossy foliage growth is bright yellow, changing to a variegated pattern with dark green centers edged in golden yellow with maturity. Evergreen with year long interest.

Summer to fall comes an abundance of

½ inch long white trumpet/tubular fragrant flowers.

And it attracts butterflies, bees and hummingbirds. Perfect selection for border, foundation, walkways, low hedge, mass plantings, container, patio, slopes, screen, and mass planting.

See Specifications below. Shop the Francis Mason Abelia for sale. Buy direct from a small family owned South Carolina grower.

Specifications

Item

Description

Other Names

Bronze Annivers

Special Features

Low maintenance. Heat, deer and rabbit tolerant. Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees.

Item	Description
Other Names	Bronze Annivers
Special Features	Low maintenance. Heat, deer and rabbit tolerant. Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees.
Category	Shrub
Hardiness Zones	6-9 See Hardiness Zone Map below.
Growth Rate	Fast to Moderate
Sun	Full Sun, Part Sun, Shade
Height	3-4Ft.
Width	3-4Ft.
Planting-General	Good with clay, sand, loam, rocky soil types. Average to slightly acid, and well drained. Soil pH in the 4-8.5 range.
Planting-Spacing	Plant 3 Feet for hedge. Otherwise, depends on use.
Watering	Low to medium. Can add Root Stimulation which helps early root development and strengths roots, as well as, reduces plant shock.
Fertilizing	Feed in early spring and again in mid fall. Avoid feeding during hot summer months. Good with a slow release fertilize for shrubs & trees.
Pruning	Prune in early to mid spring for desired shape and size.
Deer	Deer do not favor their taste. If in a high deer area, spray every 3 to 6 months with deer repellent.
Flowers	Summer to fall comes abundance of ½ inch long white trumpet/tubular fragrant flowers.