Hardy or sensitive to frost?

Largely hardy variety of Abelia grandiflora

There are three main types of gardening shops in Germany:

• "Prostratra" white-flowering
• "Kaleidoscope", white flowering
• "Francis Mason", rose-blooming

If you want to keep the Abelia grandiflora outdoors, you should opt for "Francis Mason", because this variety is largely hardy and can withstand temperatures down to minus 13 degrees. However, it cannot do without winter protection in rough locations.

"Prostratra" and "Kaleidoscope" are not hardy and should therefore rather be grown in the bucket. Then you can spend the winter in the cool winter garden or well wrapped up on the terrace.

How to protect the bushes in winter

For the hardy Abelia grandiflora, look for a location that is as protected as possible in the garden. In front of a wall or in areas with a relatively mild climate, also as a hedge, these varieties survive the winter unscathed.

In rougher locations, spread a thick layer of mulch made of compost or leaves under the bushes. Cover the branches above ground with fleece or reed mats.

If the winter is very dry, you should give some water on frost-free days so that the shrub does not dry out.

Hibernate non-hardy Abelia grandiflora in the tub

It is best to overwinter Abelia grandiflora in a tub in a cool greenhouse or winter garden at temperatures between 5 and 12 degrees.

The plants need regular watering. Fertilize you may not Abelia grandiflora in winter quarters.

Well packed, Abelia grandiflora survives the winter in the tub in a sheltered corner on the terrace. Put the pot on one Styrofoam plate,(€ 43.00 at Amazon *) to protect him from the cold from below. Cover the container and the plant with fleece or foil. Pour some water on frost-free days and open the cover regularly so that the shrub does not rot.