Abelia x grandiflora 'Abelops' ~ Sunshine Daydream Abelia

Sunshine Daydream Abelia is a rounded evergreen shrub with splendid tricolor foliage. New growth emerges dark pink with green and white variegation and softens to dreamy pink, golden yellow, and green hues as they mature. Fragrant white flowers bloom on new wood in summer and mature to rosy tones.  Flowers best in full sun and rich, moist, well-drained soils.   Type:  Shrub Origins: A. chinensis and A. uniflora Hybrid Height:  3’ - 4' Spread:  3' - 4' Spacing:  3.5’ USDA Hardiness Zone:  6 - 9 Culture:  Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color:  White Season of Interest:  Summer, Year-Round MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance.  Water regularly.  Dieback may occur if temperatures drop below 10 degrees.  Prune as needed in winter or spring. LANDSCAPE USES:  Specimen or Mass Plantings, Borders,  Wildlife Gardens Ground Cover, Foundation Plantings, Hedges, and Containers. COMPANION PLANTS: Miscanthus, Nandina, D