Abelia ‘Miss Lemon’
Abelia grandiflora 'Hopleys'The Abelia ‘Miss Lemon’ (Abelia × grandiflora ‘Miss Lemon’) is a striking, compact ornamental shrub admired for its vivid variegated foliage and long blooming season. New leaves emerge bright lemon-yellow with soft green centers, creating a lively contrast that brightens any garden space. Throughout summer and into fall, delicate, pale pink, trumpet-shaped flowers appear, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. The combination of colorful foliage and soft blooms provides year-round beauty and texture in borders, containers, and mixed plantings.
This dwarf Abelia typically grows 2–3 feet tall and wide, forming a dense, rounded habit that makes it ideal for small gardens, foundation plantings, or edging pathways. Its evergreen to semi-evergreen nature ensures continued visual appeal even in cooler months. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, ‘Miss Lemon’ performs best in full sun to partial shade and is both drought-tolerant and deer-resistant once established.
Care Instructions
Planting:
Plant in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Space plants for airflow and add compost at planting time.
Watering:
Water regularly during the first growing season to establish strong roots. Once established, water deeply in dry periods.
Pruning:
Prune lightly in late winter or early spring to shape the plant and remove dead or weak stems.
Pest Control:
Generally pest-free, but check for aphids or spider mites. Treat early with insecticidal soap or neem oil if needed.
Soil Tips:
Thrives in moderately fertile, well-drained soil. Add organic matter annually and mulch to maintain moisture and soil health.
