'Kaleidoscope' is a very versatile plant that is frost, drought and heat tolerant as well as deer-resistant. A position in full sun brings out the most vibrant color changes in the leaves. It is eye-catching as a container specimen in a small garden, good for a formal or informal hedge, in low water/low maintenance gardens or small gardens or spaces, is distinctive as an accent plant and spectacular in mass plantings.

Height: 2' to 3' Landscape Usages: Landscape Beds, Shrub Border, Foundation, Garden Pond, Outdoor Living Areas, Containers / Planters Sun Exposure: Full Sun, Mostly Sun Foliage Color: Yellow, Green, Orange, Red Seasons of Bloom: Summer Blooms, Fall Blooms, Fall Foliage, Winter Foliage, Spring Foliage, Summer Blooms Water Needs: Low, Average USDA Zones: 6, 7, 8, 9

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 Type: Shrub, Evergreen Theme Gardens: Japanese, Perennial

Kaleidoscope 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.

Kaleidoscope 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.

Kaleidoscope 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.