Plant Database
Radiance Glossy Abelia
Abelia Suntastic™ ‘Radiance’
Radiance Abelia is a neat, variegated shrub selected for its consistent and bright foliage display. Its leaves are elegantly edged in a crisp, creamy white that contrasts sharply with the dark green centers, creating a luminous effect. It maintains a compact, rounded form and produces the characteristic light pink, fragrant summer flowers of Abelias. This cultivar is prized for its tidy habit and reliable variegation, making it a superb choice for adding structure and light to borders, low hedges, or containers.
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Crisp White & Green Variegation: Displays leaves with a clean, bright white margin against a rich green center, offering excellent contrast.
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Very Compact & Tidy: Grows in a dense, symmetrical, and naturally rounded mound, staying 2-3 feet tall and 3-4 feet wide.
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Reliable Color: The variegation is stable and provides consistent visual interest throughout the growing season.
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Versatile & Easy Care: Perfect for low borders, foundation plantings, or container gardens. Requires little to no pruning.
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Attracts Pollinators: Summer flowers provide nectar for bees and butterflies.