A particularly popular Abelia species is Abelia grandiflora, which is a real eye-catcher in the garden or on the terrace with its large, fragrant flowers. In order for the shrub to bloom continuously, it needs sufficient water and nutrients. Tips for caring for Abelia grandiflora.
How to properly care for Abelia grandiflora?
Abelia grandiflora needs regular watering, organic fertilizer in spring and late summer, no pruning, but if necessary, shape and thinning cuts in spring. It should be placed in a wind-protected, sunny to partially shaded location and receive protection from the cold in winter.
How do you water Abelia grandiflora correctly?
Abelia grandiflora only survives dry phases for a very short time. Therefore, water regularly, but avoid waterlogging. After a long dry phase, you need to water thoroughly.
In the pot, Abelia grandiflora must be watered at least once a day in very hot temperatures, and every two days on cooler days.
When should fertilization be on the plan?
If the Abelia grandiflora is outdoors, it is sufficient if you provide it with organic fertilizer such as compost in spring and at the end of summer.
If you don't have organic fertilizer available, fertilize from spring to early autumn with a liquid fertilizer that doesn't contain too much nitrogen (€8.00 on Amazon).
When caring for it in a pot, fertilize Abelia grandiflora every two weeks with a liquid fertilizer.
Does Abelia grandiflora need to be cut?
Abelia grandiflora does not need pruning. In the spring before budding, cut the bush into shape and thin it out a little. Abelias branch themselves and can become quite dense.
Can the shrub be transplanted?
Abelia grandiflora should only be transplanted if the location is unfavorable or the shrub has become too large. The best time for transplanting is spring.
When caring for them in a pot, pot abelias in fresh soil every spring.
What diseases and pests can occur?
Abelia grandiflora is relatively insensitive to diseases or pests. Pay attention to:
- Aphids
- Chlorosis
- Fungal infestation
If the Abelia grandiflora is cared for, it suffers from chlorosis, a deficiency disease that can be combated with fresh soil and fertilizer.
How is Abelia grandiflora overwintered?
Abelia grandiflora is only partially hardy and needs good winter protection outdoors. Plants in pots should be overwintered in the cool winter garden.
Tip
You can plant Abelia grandiflora in the garden from spring to autumn. The location should be protected from wind and sunny to partially shaded. In shady locations, the shrub cares and only develops a few flowers.
