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Abelia
Abelia chinensis
In the United States:
Introduced
· also called Chinese abelia
Fragrant tubular white flowers provide nectar and pollen to bees during a long summer-to-fall bloom period on new growth. Deciduous to semi-evergreen shrub tolerant of deer and rabbit browsing once established; prefers acidic well-drained soils.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | low |
| Bloom (US) | July–September |
| Duration | ~3 months |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | partial |
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