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Abelia x chinensis 'Rose Creek'
Glossy Abelia
Abelia 'Rose Creek' is a compact, evergreen shrub known for its glossy, dark green leaves that take on a bronze hue in cooler weather. It produces fragrant white flowers with a slight pink tint from late spring through fall, attracting pollinators like butterflies and bees. This low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plant is ideal for garden borders, mass plantings, or containers, adding year-round interest.
- Dense & low growing
- Pink summer flowers
- Reddish maroon fall foliage
- Category: Shrubs, Flowering Shrubs
- Hardiness Zone: 6-9
- Height: 2-3 ft
- Spread: 3-4 ft
- Bloom Color: Pink
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Soil Moisture
| • | Average Water |
Attributes
| • | Border or Bed |
| • | Drought Tolerant |
| • | Fall Color |
| • | Foundation Plant |
| • | Great Foliage |
| • | Low Maintenance |
| • | Mass Planting |
| • | Specimen |
Habit
| • | Mounding |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Summer |
Additional Information about Abelia x chinensis 'Rose Creek'
One interesting feature of Abelia 'Rose Creek' is its long blooming season, which extends from late spring well into fall, providing continuous color and fragrance in the garden. Its foliage also offers year-round appeal, turning a bronze or purplish hue in cooler months, adding seasonal interest even when the flowers are not in bloom.
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Abelia x chinensis 'Rose Creek'
Plant in well-drained soil in a location that receives full sun to partial shade. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system, then reduce watering as it becomes drought-tolerant. Prune lightly in late winter or early spring to maintain its compact shape and encourage fresh growth. It benefits from a balanced fertilizer in early spring to promote vibrant blooms throughout the growing season. Additionally, mulching around the base can help retain moisture and control weeds.
How to Grow Abelia
This video contains a detailed description of Rose Creek Abelia. Rose Creek is a low growing variety of Abelia with persistent white flowers throughout the summer. It is low maintenance, drought and deer resistant. Flowering begins in late spring and continues until almost frost. Rose Creek is evergreen and reaches only 3 feet in height and width. Very bee friendly variety. Abelia x 'Rose Creek'
From Jim Burton of Horttube. Jim has over 30 years experience in the green industry and is the current owner of Earthworks Nursery.
