Overview
Uses: Foundation plantings, borders, mass plantings, low hedges, pollinator gardens, and patio containers.
Benefits: Compact Proven Winners® Abelia with a playful mix of pink, white, and lavender blooms from summer to frost; light fragrance, glossy semi-evergreen foliage, and easy-care performance.
USDA Hardiness Zones: 6 – 9
Sun: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Life Cycle: Deciduous to semi-evergreen shrub
Mature Height: ~2' – 3'
Mature Width: ~3' – 4'
Bloom Season: Summer to Fall (continuous/reblooming)
Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast
Summary
Color-packed and compact, POCO LOCO® Abelia flowers non-stop with pink, white, and lavender blossoms from early summer to frost. Its neat, rounded habit and semi-evergreen leaves bring four-season texture with a touch of fragrance—perfect for borders, foundations, or containers where reliable, low-maintenance color is the goal.
As part of the Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Shrubs collection, POCO LOCO® was selected for its long bloom window, strong branching, and easy nature—continuous interest without constant pruning.
Care
POCO LOCO® Abelia Care
Plant in well-draining soil and water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots. Once established, it tolerates brief dry spells but performs best with steady moisture in heat. Full sun yields the heaviest bloom; light afternoon shade is helpful in hotter climates.
Prune lightly in late winter or early spring to shape—flowers occur on new growth. Feed in spring with a balanced slow release fertilizer to support vigorous growth and extended flowering.
For group plantings or short hedges, space plants 3' – 4' apart on center to allow mature spread and airflow.
Size
Size of POCO LOCO® Abelia for Sale Online
Our plants ship in greenhouse-grade grow pots and are appropriately sized for their containers. For current pot sizes and availability, please contact us.
Size of POCO LOCO® Abelia When Mature
Expect a compact, rounded shrub approximately 2' – 3' tall and 3' – 4' wide at maturity under average garden conditions.
Additional Information
What is the botanical name of POCO LOCO® Abelia?
Abelia × grandiflora ‘SMNAGBT’ — Proven Winners® ColorChoice® (PP35,980).
Is POCO LOCO® Abelia deer resistant?
Generally deer-resistant, making it suitable for low-maintenance landscapes in browse-prone areas.
Does POCO LOCO® Abelia attract pollinators?
Yes—bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds visit its fragrant, tubular flowers throughout summer and fall.
When should I prune POCO LOCO® Abelia?
Prune lightly in late winter or early spring; avoid cutting into old wood. Flowering occurs on new growth.
Is POCO LOCO® Abelia evergreen?
Semi-evergreen in warmer zones (7–9); may thin or drop leaves in winter in cooler regions and refoliate quickly in spring.
Can it grow in containers?
Absolutely—its compact habit and long bloom window make it an excellent choice for decorative patio containers (use a high-quality potting mix and maintain consistent moisture).
