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Kaleidoscope Abelia
Common Name: Kaleidoscope Abelia
Scientific Name: Abelia x grandiflora 'Kaleidoscope'
Other Name(s): Aka Glossy Abelia
Category: Shrub
Habit: Deciduous
Bloom Color: White tinged-pink
Bloom Size: 3/4 in.
Bloom Shape: Bell-shaped flowers
Bloom Season: Late spring to early fall
Fragrance: Fragrant
Foliage Description: Reddish purple stems and foliage that emerges green and yellow, turns gold in summer and fiery red to orange for fall and winter
Height of Plant: 2-2 1/2 ft.
Spread of Plant: 3-4 ft.
Hardiness: USDA Zones 5-9
Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade
Water Usage: Medium
Soil Type: Easily grown in average, medium, well-drained soil
Hybridizer: Kent Bell
Place of Origin: Marshville, North Carolina
Year of Origin: 1997
Heritage: A. chinensis x A. uniflora
Patent: PP16,988 awarded August 15, 2006
Maintenance: Low
Location: Shade Garden