'Canyon Creek' Abelia is an attractive, low-maintenance, mounding, flowering shrub that features copper-color new growth that matures to yellow. The best foliage color is displayed in full sun. Clusters of pretty, bell-shaped flowers are produced at the ends of the branches from early Summer to frost! Easy to grow in most any well-drained soil. Will appreciate an occasional watering during drought.

Height: 2' to 3' Landscape Usages: Landscape Beds, Shrub Border, Foundation, Garden Pond, Outdoor Living Areas Sun Exposure: Full Sun, Mostly Sun Foliage Color: Yellow Type: Shrub, Evergreen Theme Gardens: Japanese, Perennial

Spread: 3' to 4' Attracts: Butterflies, Visual Attention Characteristics: Foliage Growth Rate: Moderate Colors: White Resistant To: Deer Resistant, Disease, Drought, Heat, Insect Soil Needs: Ammended Clay, Average, Well-Drained Water Needs: Low, Average USDA Zones: 6, 7, 8, 9

'Canyon Creek' Abelia Feeding Instructions

Fertilize Summer-flowering shrubs in Spring (after new growth has begun to emerge), and again, if needed, in late Summer to early Fall with a well-balanced tree and shrub food or an organic plant food. When in dought as to how much fertilizer to apply, follow instructions on the product label.

'Canyon Creek' Abelia Pruning Instructions

This evergreen summer-flowering shrub requires no pruning. However, during any time of year it is okay to remove stray or broken branches, or shear to maintain a neater appearance or encourage another flush of blooms. Hard pruning, to reduce the size of the shrub, should be performed in late Winter; before new foliage has emerged. Hand-pruning, with sharp hand pruners, is recommended. Pruning with electric or gas-powered hedge trimmers can cause unsightly scarring of leaves.

'Canyon Creek' Abelia Pest Instructions

This plant typically encounters very few pest or disease problems. If a pest or disease problem is identified, treat with an insecticide product, preferably one containing "Neem oil". Neem oil is a safe, triple-action product that can be used to control insects, mites and diseases. If your plant appears seriously stressed or diseased, consult with your local nurseryman, arborist, professional landscaper or local extension agent.