Franklinia alatamaha. A remarkable and rare shrub. Rarely flowers in the UK. Currently in flower at the nursery

Abelia schumannii

Latin family Caprifoliaceae
Latin genus Abelia
Latin species schumannii
Plant type shrub
Flowers Aug Sep Oct
Conditions shelter from wind, full sun
Hardy yes
frost hardy
Height 2m
Spread 3m

Deciuous shrub with arching branches , mid green ovate leaves which are bronze when young. Funnel shaped lilac-pink,with orange markings,flowers

Growing tips
Protect from cold drying winds. Any fertile well drained soil.

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Abelia schumannii