Foliage That Takes Center Stage
If you’re a gardener looking for a shrub with elegant yet eye-catching foliage, Tres Amigos® abelia (Abelia grandiflora) is the perfect choice! Its tricolor leaves dazzle in the sun, and with subtle color shifts throughout the season, you get to enjoy a new and fresh look each time you see it.
Tres Amigos® abelia has a lovely combination of green, cream, and pink variegated foliage. In spring, cream is the prominent color, but by summer, it’s the vibrant pink edges that grab attention. Tiny jasmine-scented white flowers accompany the leaves, attracting pollinators and bringing a buzz to the outdoor space.
Growing in a compact habit, Tres Amigos® abelia reaches a height of 2-3’ and a width of 3-5′. It fits easily into many garden designs and is a great plant to use for mass plantings, to fill in borders, or to add container interest to balconies, porches, and patios.
Tres Amigos® abelia is generally low maintenance. It is suited to USDA zones 6-9, preferring full to part sun. It can grow in full shade, but the color will be duller and have fewer blooms. It has average water needs and grows well in any well-drained soil, displaying some drought tolerance once established. Its tidy habit reduces the need for much pruning; however, you can give it a light trim in late winter or early spring if you like.
Deer Resistant Shrubs
For any gardeners in deer-prone areas, Tres Amigos® abelia is about to become even more appealing! Considered a deer-resistant shrub, you won’t have to worry about damage from unwanted grazing. Instead, you can enjoy a beautiful, intact shrub that looks great wherever it’s planted.
Interested in more deer-resistant shrubs? Check out the video below for some of our best options that help minimize damage and keep your garden looking great, no matter the visitor.