Abelia grand. 'Confetti' - 3 Ltr pot

Description
The Abelia 'Confetti' (Abelia grandiflora) is an upright, compact, rounded shrub that produces white, bell-shaped flowers with a pleasant fragrance. They appear from July to October. The Abelia 'Confetti' also has dark green leaves with a white edge. In a sunny to semi-shady, wind-protected location with well-drained, lime-free soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 1 m and grows to a width of approx. 1.2 m.

Bulletpoints
* fragrant flowers * suitable for containers

leaves
The winter-green leaves of the Abelia 'Confetti' are dark green with a white margin. They are about 3 - 4 cm in size.

Frost hardiness
Winter protection is advisable in unprotected areas of the garden.

Growth
Abelia 'Confetti' is an upright, compact and rounded shrub. It usually reaches a height of 0.8 - 1 m and is approx. 1 - 1.2 m wide.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady, wind-protected position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Tasks
Fertilise potted plants: Every 2 weeks from March to September.

Care
Over time, the soil loses some of its important properties. The plants should therefore be transplanted into a larger pot with fresh container plant soil every two years in spring.

Flower
The white, bell-shaped flowers appear from July to October. They grow to about 3 - 4 cm and are pleasantly scented.

Use
Tub, ornamental shrub

Root
Abelia grandiflora 'Confetti' is a heartroot.