Botanical name Abelia shumannii Bumble Bee
Botanical name Abelia shumannii Bumble Bee
Plant uses
- Fast growing for new gardens
- Ideal for hedging or topiary specimen
- General use in water wise gardens
- Suitable for coastal regions
Cultural care
Low water requirements once established requiring only occasional deep watering during extended periods of heat.
Grows well in most soil types which are well draining. Feed with a slow release fertiliser during spring.
Prune to shape during spring to maintain a neat and dense habit. For hedging - regular light clipping as required to keep neat.