Abelia ‘Francis Mason’ (Abelia x grandiflora ‘Francis Mason’)
Abelia ‘Francis Mason’ is a vibrant, easy-care shrub prized for its golden foliage and delicate white flowers that brighten gardens year-round. It’s a hardy, compact option that instantly adds colour, structure, and elegance to any landscape.
🌱 Why Gardeners Love Abelia ‘Francis Mason’
✔ Golden year-round foliage - Brings long-lasting colour even in the cooler months.
✔ Tough and versatile - Handles heat, humidity, and light frosts with ease.
✔ Attracts pollinators - Produces fragrant white blooms that welcome bees and butterflies.
✔ Compact growth habit - Maintains a neat shape with minimal trimming.
✔ Low-maintenance - Thrives without demanding care, ideal for modern busy gardeners.
🏡 How to Use Abelia ‘Francis Mason’ in Your Garden
✅ Colourful garden border - Its golden foliage creates a bright, defined edge.
✅ Foundation planting - Softens fence lines, pathways, and front-yard landscapes beautifully.
✅ Mixed shrub display - Pairs well with darker greens and flowering shrubs for strong contrast.
✅ Container feature - Works well in pots, adding year-round colour to patios and balconies.
Easy Planting & Care Guide
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Spacing: Plant 80cm apart for a full, continuous hedge or place slightly wider for individual rounded shrubs. Adding additional plants creates a denser, more colourful display.
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Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best season is autumn or spring.
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Mulching & Fertilising: This plant thrives naturally and does not require mulching or fertiliser to stay healthy.
❔ FAQs About Abelia ‘Francis Mason’
Does Abelia ‘Francis Mason’ stay golden all year?
Yes, its foliage remains golden year-round, although tones may deepen slightly in cooler months.
Is it easy to maintain?
Yes, it is a very low-maintenance shrub that keeps its shape with minimal trimming.
How tall and wide does it grow?
It generally reaches around 1 to 1.2 metres in height and width, forming a compact, rounded shape.
Can it tolerate full sun?
Yes, it thrives in full sun but will also grow successfully in part shade.
Is it good for hedging?
Absolutely, its dense shape and manageable size make it excellent for small, colourful hedges.
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