Northwest Blooms · Shrubs
Abelia schumannii
Schumann Abelia
- Family
- Caprifoliaceae
- Height
- 3 to 4 feet
- Width
- 3 to 4 feet
- Flower color
- Lavender-pink, foxglove-like
- Foliage color
- Deciduous, green
- Bloom time
- Spring through fall
- Light
- Full sun to part shade
- Water
- Moderate
- Maintenance
- Low; deer resistant and drought-tolerant once established
- Growing zone
- USDA Zones 7 to 10
- Wildlife
- Butterflies and hummingbirds
About this plant
Abelia schumannii is a deciduous to semi-evergreen shrub known for its delicate clusters of tubular flowers that bloom from late spring to early fall. The flowers are typically soft pink to lavender, with a sweet fragrance that attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies. The plant's arching branches and fine-textured foliage add a graceful element to the landscape, complementing its floral display.
Native to China, Abelia schumannii thrives in a variety of settings and is valued for its long blooming period and adaptability. It is often used in mixed borders, informal hedges, or as a specimen plant, where its airy growth habit and seasonal flowers can enhance the garden's overall aesthetic.
Works well in
Borders · Pollinator Gardens · Specimen Plants · Hummingbird Gardens
Companion plants
Catmint · Feather reed grass · Salvias · Coneflowers · Lavender · Sedums
Design tip
Use this shrub to soften the edges of larger planting beds while repeating its graceful form to create rhythm across the landscape. Surround it with bold foliage and complementary flowering perennials to strengthen focal areas and provide seamless seasonal transitions.
