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Abelia

Abelia grandiflora 'Confetti'

Abelia Grandiflora ‘Confetti’ is a distinctive shrub with a compact, bushy shape and colourful, variegated foliage.

At a glance

Hardiness

6 – 9

Light

Full sun, Partial shade

Mature size

60 – 120 cm tall × 90 – 150 cm wide

Garden uses & seasonal interest

Plant characteristics

Plant type

Shrub

Season of interest

June - September

Where it grows best

Water

Moist, well-drained soil

What to expect

Blooms

Jun–Sep

Good to know

Pollinator friendly
Deer resistant
Fragrant
Drought tolerant
Evergreen
Bird friendly
Bushy · Compact

Perfect for

Architectural plantingGround cover

Seasonal interest

How this plant changes through the year.

Spring

Flowers
white
Foliage
greenwhitepink

Summer

Flowers
white
Foliage
greenwhitepink

Fall

Flowers
white
Foliage
greenpurpleredwhite

Winter

Foliage
greenwhitepink

Care Information

Pruning
Give a light trim after flowering to keep a tidy outline and remove any dead or damaged wood. Avoid hard pruning, as this can reduce flowering.
Soil
All types
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Cultivation
Plant in spring after the last frost, in a bright position for best flowering. Water regularly through the growing season so the soil stays moist but never waterlogged. Prune in early spring to remove dead wood and shape the plant, as it can lose its leaves over winter. Expect leaf drop in autumn, with fresh growth returning in spring. Feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser to support new growth.
Pests
Usually pest resistant, though aphids may sometimes appear on new shoots. Regular checks and removing affected stems promptly helps keep outbreaks under control.
Diseases
Rarely affected, but root rot can occur in poorly drained soil. Good drainage and avoiding overwatering reduces the risk of fungal problems.
Propagation
Take semi-ripe cuttings in summer and root them in moist, well-drained compost. Keep the cuttings in a sheltered spot with bright, indirect light until established.

Characteristics

Type
Shrub
Variegated
Yes
Family
Caprifoliaceae
Synonyms
Abelia Grandiflora Confetti1

Placement

Aspect
East, South, West