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Kaleidoscope Abelia, chameleon-like foliage that changes with the seasons, from golden yellow in spring to orange-red in fall
Kaleidoscope Abelia, chameleon-like foliage that changes with the seasons, from golden yellow in spring to orange-red in fall
Kaleidoscope Abelia, chameleon-like foliage that changes with the seasons, from golden yellow in spring to orange-red in fall in Southern Living Plant Collection brown pot
Kaleidoscope Abelia, chameleon-like foliage that changes with the seasons, from golden yellow in spring to orange-red in fall
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‘Kaleidoscope’ Abelia

Abelia 'Kaleidoscope' PP16988

Looking for a dwarf, easy care evergreen shrub that flowers and provides year long color? Kaleidoscope is as versatile as it is colorful, with chameleon-like foliage that changes with the seasons, from golden yellow in spring to orange-red in fall.

Light Needs

Full Sun to Part Shade

USDA Zones

USDA Zones
6a - 9b

mature dimensions

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2-3′ H x 3-4′ W
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More About ‘Kaleidoscope’ Abelia

Bloom/Feature

Variegated foliage with small white flowers in spring

Evergreen or Deciduous?

Evergreen

Plant Hardiness

Hardy to -10°F to 0°F

Key Features

Attracts Birds / Butterflies, Compact Habit, Deer Resistant, Disease / Pest Resistance, Drought Tolerance, Easy Care, Heat Tolerance, Returns Year After Year, Variegated Foliage, Water-wise, Winter / Fall Foliage Color, Year-Round Interest

Flowering Season

Spring to Fall

Uses

Accent, Border, Container, Low Hedge, Mass Planting, Raised Beds

Water Needs

Low

Fertilize

Yearly in spring

Pruning

Shape in early spring before first flush

Planting Instructions

• Water before planting

• Plant in full sun to part shade

• Dig hole 2X the width of pot

• Backfill and plant 1″-2″ above soil level water and add more soil if needed

• Mulch plants

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