With its naturally tidy, globe-shaped habit, Abelia × grandiflora 'Poco Loco®' brings big seasonal color to small spaces. You get a dense, mounded shrub with glossy foliage that emerges with warm tones, then deepens to green, often picking up rosy to purplish notes as the season cools. From late spring through fall it produces clusters of small, tubular, pink-tinged white flowers, and the blooms are lightly fragrant, making this a strong choice when you want long-lasting color close to patios, walks, or entry beds.

At maturity, expect roughly 24-36 inches tall and about 24-36 inches wide, so it fits easily in mixed borders, foundation plantings, and low hedges without constant pruning. Plant it in full sun to part shade; more sun generally means the best flowering and fullest growth. It performs well in average garden soils as long as drainage is good, and it adapts to a range of soil pH conditions.

Water regularly during establishment, then shift to deep, occasional watering once the plant is rooted in. This shrub handles short dry spells better once established, but flowering is heaviest when it is not kept overly dry. A 2-3 inch mulch layer helps even out soil moisture and reduces temperature swings around the roots (keep mulch a few inches away from the stems).

Hardy in USDA Zones 6-9, 'Poco Loco®' may experience some winter dieback in colder parts of its range, but it typically rebounds. Prune in late winter to early spring as new growth begins; you can lightly shape, but selective thinning keeps the natural arching form looking its best. With its long bloom season and nectar-rich flowers, it also draws pollinators such as butterflies and hummingbirds to your garden.

Specifications

• Cold hardiness zone: 6-9 (-10 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
• Light: Full sun   Part sun
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Mature height: 24-36"
• Spread: 24-36"
• Tolerant of: Drought
• Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds
• Fragrant: Yes
• Long bloom time: Yes

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